Safety Technician
Safety Partners
Summary
As a part-time Safety Technician, you will have the opportunity to provide technical Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) support for our growing list of life science and high-tech clients. In this part-time role, you will work in conjunction with a Consulting Safety Officer (CSO) providing hands-on client support to implement, facilitate and maintain client specific EHS programs.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
- Hands-on client support to maintain and facilitate site specific EHS programs, working in conjunction with a Consulting Safety Officer (CSO).
- Coordination of all hazardous waste segregation, collection, and disposal.
- Physically moving full hazardous chemical waste containers to main accumulation area.
- Consolidation of biological waste for removal.
Qualifications
- Relevant training in the areas of biology, chemistry, or life science focused disciplines.
- Experience within life science or biotechnology industries preferred.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste disposal practices and/or HAZWOPER regulations preferred.
- Some knowledge of OSHA, DEP, EPA, RCRA, DOT, DPH, MWRA, NIH, or NFPA preferred.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong professional communication and written skills.
- Able to positively interact internally among the client staff and externally with regulatory agencies.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive into Cambridge/Boston, MA, up to 3 days per week.
- Productivity and resiliency in a dynamic, fast paced consulting environment.
- High level of professional judgment.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Public speaking skills.
What you need to be successful in this role
- Service oriented with personable positive attitude.
- Ability to successfully negotiate and promote safety programs and services.
- Strong initiative to find and understand available resources.
Requirements
- Relevant training in biology, chemistry, or life science disciplines
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Strong professional communication and written skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Public speaking skills
- Experience in life science or biotechnology industries preferred
- Knowledge of hazardous waste disposal practices and/or HAZWOPER regulations preferred
- Knowledge of OSHA, DEP, EPA, RCRA, DOT, DPH, MWRA, NIH, or NFPA preferred
Company overview
Safety Partners is a leading Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) consulting firm specializing in laboratory safety and regulatory compliance services for the life sciences industry. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, the company has pioneered the outsourced delivery of comprehensive EHS programs for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and research organizations. With over 30 years of experience, Safety Partners has served more than 900 life science companies, ranging from early-stage startups to established pharmaceutical corporations. The company's unique approach combines scientific expertise with EHS regulatory knowledge, as all team members hold life science degrees and many have advanced degrees including PhDs. Safety Partners provides customized safety programs, regulatory compliance support, hazardous materials management, biosafety protocols, and specialized training services. Their Consulting Safety Officers work directly with clients to develop tailored solutions that address specific laboratory hazards and compliance requirements. The company was recently acquired by Trinity Consultants in 2025, expanding its geographic reach while maintaining its specialized focus on life sciences EHS services.