Assistant Asbestos Lab Manager

Job

Location:

Twin Cities
Job Family:
Campus Operations
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Job Code: 8423HS
Employee Class:
Civil Service

Under direction of the Operations Manager in the Hazardous Material Program, the Assistant Asbestos Lab Manager will assist and ensure the lab maintains certification through AIHA. This position provides technical and administrative support for Facilities Management's asbestos and lead operations and maintenance programs.

• 65% Lab responsibilities
  • QA/QC program, lab certification, updating lab manuals, and lab accreditation.
  • Perform analysis of suspect asbestos materials using PLM microscopy.
  • Manage, participate, and comply with AIHA BAPT and AAT Programs.
  • Maintain and calibrate laboratories and field equipment.
• 20% On‑site management of Asbestos Abatement Projects.
  • Evaluate potential hazards and serve on the environmental hazard response team to identify hazards and implement appropriate solutions.
  • Analyze and track asbestos abatement unit's personal and area air monitoring samples.
  • Conduct and analyze asbestos and lead personal air monitoring for maintenance staff; track sample results in a computer database.
• 10% Training
  • Provide initial and refresher Asbestos Awareness Training for FM employees.
  • Attend required training courses to maintain certifications.
• 5% Miscellaneous
  • Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $39.66–$44.47/hr, depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment.
Position Type: Civil Service, Nonexempt.
Probationary Period: 1040 hrs / 6 months.
Last Revision: 10/28/2025.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• University HSA contributions.
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employee wellbeing program.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity.
• Financial counseling services.
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

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