Normal communication skills are required. The work requires light physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Evaluates building systems controls to ensure that equipment is helping to reduce the exposure of hazardous contaminants to area personnel. Advises and assists individuals in proper handling of hazardous materials and equipment. Repairs, maintains and calibrates radiation, industrial hygiene and safety monitoring equipment, emergency equipment, and personal protective equipment. Prepares reports and maintains documentation on surveys and compliance checks. Assists the safety officer in inspecting machines which produce ionizing and nonionizing radiation, as well as activities relating to the protection of personnel from unnecessary radiation exposure.