Job Description

Concordia is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world

Position Summary

Concordia University invites applicants for the part-time position of Environmental, Health and Safety Assistant for the Buildings and Grounds Department . This is a part-time (>30 hours per week) position. This part-time, non-exempt position reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds and is located on the Mequon Campus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sprinkler and fire alarm systems through weekly testing, inspections and documentation of all tests and inspections
• Test and maintain eyewash and showers on a monthly basis
• Fire extinguishers are tested, maintained and inspected on a monthly basis
• Exit lights and emergency lighting tested on a monthly basis. Repair as needed.
• Organize and conduct training both online and in-person to all departments on campus
• Inspection of hazardous waste on a weekly basis and make arrangement for proper disposal meeting federal standards
• Tests and certify elevators on a monthly basis
• Laboratory safety inspection is done every semester
• Work with county and local official for pre-planning of any major incident that could occur
• Maintain database of all safety equipment/inspections
• Schedule mandatory testing of systems, (Fire Panels, Sprinkler)
• Maintain inventory of safety equipment for B/G staff
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer usage with appropriate emphasis on software such as Microsoft office is necessary
• A strong emphasis in communication skills should be required
• Knowledge of NFPA standards along with other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to work with all types of personalities
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to priorities work load
• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices

Education and/or Training

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred. General knowledge of state and federal requirements pertaining to schools is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a part-time (<29.5 hours per week), non-exempt position. Starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Benefits associated with this position include the Concordia Disability and Survivor plan and the Concordia Retirement plan, as well as a tuition waiver benefit.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.

The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.

Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.

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