What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Technician position at North Carolina A&T State University?
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
EHS Technician
Classification Type
SHRA
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
N - Not Mandatory
Minimum Experience/Education
High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Bachelor’s Degree in a safety-related discipline, or a combination of education and safety-related experience.
Documented evidence of attendance at a technical school or community college with training in occupational and life safety and three (3) years of experience working with fire alarms and life safety systems.
Documented evidence of attendance at a technical school or community college with training in occupational and life safety and three (3) years of experience working with fire alarms and life safety systems.
Required License or Certification
Valid driver’s license
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
This position is primarily responsible to operate, maintain, coordinate the repair and upgrade of the University’s fire alarms, sprinkler, fire extinguishers, life safety and hood systems. This position also performs building inspections and construction monitoring of all new and renovated building construction on campus.
The position must effectively communicate regulations in a concise and accurate manner, completes duties in a responsible manner, establishes and recommends procedural changes to ensure safety standards and methods are applied, and determines corrective actions when unsafe conditions are identified. This position works with a diverse group including faculty, staff, students, the public as well as external agency representative and must manage sensitive matters in a professional manner.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The purpose of the Environmental Health and Safety Office is to provide a variety of Environmental Health and Safety services to all administrative units, student programs and all academic schools and departments. Services include: risk assessment (hazard analysis, risk identification, loss control safety measures for the University), response to on-campus calls regarding fire alarm malfunctions, installation and service, and to reduce the actual loss of labor and equipment resources in the administration of services.
Work Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency
Technical Knowledge
Duties
- Conducts structured life safety inspections as assigned to maintain compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and Department of Interior (DOI) regulations.
- Responds to panel notification of alarms and trouble signals.
- Ensures all National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) test requirements and provide the correct documentation.
- Develops and maintains safety projects and programs and makes recommendations to the Safety Director concerning the need for new policies and revisions of existing policies.
- Maintains and updates the ADA program including making recommendations.
Required Competency
Inspections
Duties
- Performs general inspections of buildings and grounds in order to make hazardous assessments and recommendations; submits and tracks corrections.
- Inspects assigned structures on a monthly basis to assure the continuous operation of life safety systems.
- Inspects fire extinguishers on a monthly basis.
- Oversight and audit of the lockout/tagout program
Required Competency
Communication
Duties
- Provides Life Safety training to University staff, faculty and students.
- Provides written/verbal communication to University community effectively.
- Responds as the primary response to life safety emergencies occurring on university property.
- Provides back-up support in responding to environmental safety emergencies as assigned.
- Maintains telephonic or radio communication with the office throughout the workday and when on-call.
- Coordinate fire drills and maintain the records
- Provide general safety training
Position Information
Working Title
EHS Technician
Competency Level
Journey
Position Number
007705
Recruitment Range
$41,174 - $42,000
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Facilities
Organizational Location
VC for Business & Finance
Organizational Unit
Environmental Health and Safety
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SHRA2889
Open Date
03/26/2025
Close Date
04/20/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/36914
Salary : $41,174 - $42,000
