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About the Role

Environmental Health and Safety Services provides healthy and safe operations on campus, to protect students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to ensure protection of the environment. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct asbestos inspections and mold assessments to identify asbestos-containing materials and microbial growth; perform bulk and environmental sampling as needed; evaluate material condition, moisture conditions, and potential for exposure or disturbance; and ensure proper handling and submission of samples for laboratory analysis.
• Review laboratory results and field data for asbestos and mold; evaluate findings to determine potential health and exposure risks; and prepare clear, accurate inspection and assessment reports in compliance with applicable regulatory and University requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to project managers and stakeholders by reviewing project scope, historical records, and inspection requirements; support development of abatement or remediation plans; and ensure asbestos and mold hazards are identified and addressed prior to construction, renovation, or maintenance activities.
• Ensure all asbestos and mold assessment activities are performed in accordance with applicable federal, state (e.g., DSHS, TDLR), and University requirements; maintain inspection records, databases, and documentation; and support implementation of EHS asbestos and indoor air quality programs.
• Respond to water intrusion events, suspected mold growth, asbestos disturbances, and indoor air quality concerns; conduct field investigations; document conditions and findings; and coordinate with internal teams or subject matter experts to support timely and compliant resolution.
• Serve as a technical resource to project teams, contractors, and University personnel by providing guidance on asbestos hazards, mold risks, moisture control, regulatory requirements, and safe work practices.
• Perform duties in a safe, ethical, and professional manner; support EHS program initiatives; and contribute to continuous improvement of asbestos, mold, and indoor environmental quality management practices.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.
• Work is performed in accordance with normal trade practices and is inspected for conformity to standards, quality and quantity by journey-level employees or supervisor.
• Attends staff meetings, safety training and meetings.
• Must wear respiratory/personal protective equipment (PPE) where required and performing duties.
• Required to carry University cell phone.
• Participate in on-call program.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.
• Security sensitive; Criminal background check conducted on selected applicant.
• Hiring decision is contingent on applicant clearing check.
• This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a Natural Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• DSHS Asbestos Inspector License.
• TDLR Mold Technician License.
• 2 years of experience in asbestos inspection and mold assessments.
• This job requires a class "C" operator's license.
• The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence.
• If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
• Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
• You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.
• Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

Skills

• Asbestos inspections
• Mold assessments
• Bulk and environmental sampling
• Laboratory analysis
• Technical guidance
• Abatement or remediation plans
• Indoor air quality programs
• Field investigations
• Moisture control
• Safe work practices
• EHS program initiatives
• Asbestos, mold, and indoor environmental quality management practices

Location

• AUSTIN, TX

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2 years of experience in asbestos inspection and mold assessments
• At least two years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
• 3 years of experience in conducting asbestos inspections

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a Natural Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• DSHS Asbestos Inspector License.
• TDLR Mold Technician License.
• TDLR Mold Assessment Consultant license

Salary/Compensations

• $50,000 + depending on qualifications

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

About the Company

• Environmental Health and Safety Services provides healthy and safe operations on campus, to protect students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to ensure protection of the environment.
• University that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research.
• Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience.

Equal Opportunity

• The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
• The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.