Senior Environmental Health & Safety Technician
Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Primary Purpose Enterprise Risk Management and Environmental
Health and Safety’s ( EHS ) mission is to provide guidance and
services to the campus community that promote health, safety, and
environmental stewardship. EH&S is a dynamic, fast-paced
organization focused on promoting workplace safety and
environmental protection for the campus community while helping to
ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
pertaining to occupational safety and the environment. This
position reports to the Director of Enterprise Risk Management.
Essential Functions Maintains compliance with State and Federal
regulations pertaining to occupational safety, including but not
limited to California OSHA , radiation, hazardous materials etc.
Leads inspections related to potential safety hazards and
recommends corrective actions. Overall support for the Universities
laboratory safety program. This includes participation in general
inspections, supporting various other initiatives including
chemical safety, machine safety, and hazardous waste. Assess
situations to determine the root cause of accidents and plans
corrective action to mitigate future losses. Develops training
programs designed to educate employees in occupational safety
including the proper identification and handling of chemicals and
radiation. Documents project activities and ensure that all
regulatory-mandated information is appropriately documented and
secure to assure compliance with various legal requirements.
Oversees the handling, storage, and disposal of University
hazardous, bio, and universal waste. In the event of spills,
ensures that areas contaminated with biological, chemical,
radiological, or other hazardous waste are properly cleaned.
Coordinates with University staff to ensure that safety matters are
resolved, and compliance reports are completed, filed, or posted as
required. Tests and maintains environmental health and safety
equipment. Cross-trains with other University EHS personnel to
provide support, teamwork, and act as a back-up for other EHS roles
in the department. Performs other related duties as assigned or
requested. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity,
equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued
students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making
that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree (Two (2) years of
full-time experience in the same/similar position is equal to one
(1) year of completed post-high school education coursework). Five
(5) years of experience in occupational, environmental (hazardous
materials and waste management), health, and safety fields.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in occupational safety
and health or related field Professional certifications in
occupational safety and health or related field. Demonstrated
presentation skills and group facilitation skills. Forty (40) hour
radiation safety officer’s class completion certificate. Experience
and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and
cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice,
equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage
and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in
their work. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of
diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in
advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university
setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive
practices and knowledge in their work. Work Schedule Work performed
during standard business hours. Additional hours may be required to
meet business needs or deadlines.
Keywords: University of the Pacific, Pleasanton , Senior Environmental Health & Safety Technician, Science, Research & Development , Stockton, California
