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Safety Technician

Clarkson University
$15.61 - USD $18.68 /Hr.
United States, New York, Potsdam
8 Clarkson Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 12, 2025

Safety Technician
Location

US-NY-Potsdam
ID

2025-1156


Position Type
Staff

Remote
No

Visa Sponsorship Eligible
No

Hybrid Role
No



Pay Range

USD $15.61 - USD $18.68 /Hr.


Overview

This position is essential for the EHS Department to maintain compliance with fire and life safety code requirements. This position is responsible for inspecting over 2,000 pieces of life safety equipment (fire extinguishers, emergency eyewash stations and showers, emergency lighting units, exit signs, etc.) every month and generating work orders for follow-ups on any inspection failures identified during the process. This position also reports any safety issues or concerns observed throughout their travels while conducting their inspections to EHS.



Responsibilities

    Complete fire and life safety equipment inspections in residential and academic spaces on a routine basis.
    • Monthly and annual fire extinguisher inspections
    • Monthly emergency light inspections
    • Monthly exit light inspections
    • Monthly standalone carbon monoxide alarm inspections
    • Monthly emergency eyewash and safety shower inspections
    • Annual fire door inspections
  • Conduct routine building inspections when time permits, for compliance with fire and life safety codes and regulations.
  • Identify best practices and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce fire and life safety hazards and improve safety on campus.
  • Actively seek out and report any safety issues or concerns.
  • Operate and work safely at all times.
  • Live out the Clarkson University values in all daily activities.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.


Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivelent



Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Health & Safety

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.



Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.



EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records

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