Job Information
University of Utah Environmental Technician I in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/20/2026
Requisition Number PRN44319B
Job Title Environmental Technicians
Working Title Environmental Technician I
Career Progression Track S00
Track Level S1 - Entry Level Support
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 7am-4pm
VP Area President
Department 00472 - Environmental Health & Safety
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $13.57 - $21.00/hour
Close Date 05/20/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Environmental Technicians
Provide services to campus partners related to management and disposal of unwanted hazardous materials. Ensure university is adhering to relevant regulations, policies and procedures and is in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to disposal of regulated waste generated by university operations. Typically requires high school/trade school education, associate degree, certification, or professional training. Perform routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.
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Responsibilities
Collect, transport, and process hazardous and potentially hazardous chemical, biological, radiological materials.
Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment (carts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, fume hoods, etc) according to standard protocols.
Maintain and update regulated waste cradle-to-grave database management system and ensures appropriate documentation for on Campus items.
Maintains the Regulated Waste Management Facility and supporting equipment as directed.
Use necessary personal protective equipment ( PPE ) based on potential chemical or biological exposure.
Assist with mitigation of emergencies and spills involving chemical, radiological, and biological materials.
May also be required to:
Coordinate and assist researchers and staff with lab moves and lab clean-outs.
Consolidate or bulk compatible waste materials into drums.
Assists in laboratory inspections to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory and University of Utah policy and procedures.
Inform researchers of proper waste labeling and storage.
Coordinate with waste transporters and vendors supplying equipment and/or materials.
Develop and maintain databases for the regulated waste program. Analyzes information to identify areas for quality improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Environmental Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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