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Supply Technician 1 - Environmental Health & Safety
Reno, NVApril 6th, 2026
University of Nevada, RenoThe University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a full-time Supply Technician 1 to work for the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) department.As part of the EH&S campus chemical inventory program, the Supply Technician will be responsible for identifying and handling boxes containing chemicals, opening boxes with chemicals, re-packaging chemicals into original shipping boxes and safely delivering chemical packages directly to customers on campus. The Supply Technician conducts physical chemical inventories of buildings, laboratories, and workspaces that house chemicals. Additionally, the Supply Technician is responsible for completing data entry activities as directed by the Manager, Chemical Management Services (MCMS). The Supply Technician is also responsible for maintaining the EH&S space in Central Receiving warehouse, maintaining the EH&S vehicles used by the inventory team, and other inventory related duties as needed and as time allows.The successful applicants will possess skills essential to this position such as the ability to perform routine work according to set procedures and sequence, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others, read and understand instructions, forms, and other pertinent materials, complete standard forms, lift and move heavy packages, and communicate effectively with others in person and on the telephone. The successful applicant will also have general knowledge of basic computer functions, calculator functions, and keyboarding techniques.Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.Grade 25 (Entry, Step 01 $20.42/hr. Step 03 $22.13/hr.)Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. For information on contribution rates, please visit: NV PERS Contribution Rates.Health insurance options including dental and vision - Classified BenefitsLife insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holdersMountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.Staff Employees' Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.EH&S specializes in a multitude of program areas to minimize risks across the University and to allow students, faculty and researchers to do their work safely while reducing environmental impacts. We also provide a wide array of training and oversee policies that govern research and workplace safety.Attach the following attachment(s) to your application: Resume/CV (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Cover Letter (required) Contact Information for Three Supervisory References (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position. Transcripts (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position. Veteran Interview Consideration (optional) To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.