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Our 22,000 employees work at the forefront of scientific innovation to tackle critical challenges in security, human health, manufacturing, energy and environmental management. Battelle’s work is grounded in the belief that science, technology and a passion for excellence can make industries more competitive and the world a better place.

JOB SUMMARY Following Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA), Battelle started operating the Battelle CCDS Critical Care Decontamination System TM at our West Jefferson, Ohio campus to decontaminate personal protection equipment (PPE), specifically N95 masks, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve deployed systems to the New York City area and Tacoma, Washington, and will continue to build and deploy additional systems as rapidly as possible.

One of the requirements of the FDA EUA is that each CCDS be operated by Battelle employees. As additional systems are deployed with a 24/7 operating schedule, there is an immediate need for employees to operate these essential systems. Technicians must be willing to travel to any CCDS site in any state. Travel is paid for by Battelle. Technicians must pass a physical, drug screen, and background check. Basic operation of the system includes: Receiving the contaminated PPE from hospitals (double bagged and contained in a rigid box)

Donning PPE and transporting the boxes to the decontamination chamber

Tracking inventory of PPE

Placing PPE into the decontamination chamber on racks

Removing PPE from the chamber after it is exposed to hydrogen peroxide vapor and aerated, tagging, documenting, and packaging it for delivery back to the hospital With each CCDS operating 24/7 for potentially months on end, we anticipate a need of at least 2,300 for 100 sites (23 staff per site). Assignments will last four weeks, with possible opportunities to re-engage for additional commitments. We are anticipating a surge over the next two months. This will be a non-exempt position, with a base hourly rate of $23.68 per hour. There will be opportunities for overtime and shift differential. THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED Must be United States Citizen Ability to follow a standardized process; system operation including the packing and unpacking of PPE to be processed; inventory tracking Physical capability to work a full day in PPE performing active physical labor Must have a valid Drivers License and ability to rent a vehicle Ability to pass a Medical Clearance & Drug Screen Ability to adhere to and wear PPE as required: PAPR (Powered Air Purifying Respirator), Scrubs, Gloves, Shoe Covers, Aprons. Must be clean shaven if required to wear an N95 mask. Ability to work 12 hour shifts for 21 days. Must be willing to travel to any site location as designated by Battelle TRAINING PROVIDED Air Purifying Respirator (WBT ESHQ_HS-100S_WBT) (1 hr) PAPR Video (WBT ESHQ_HS-338_WBT) (0.25 hr) BloodBourne Pathogens (WBT ESHQ_EP-200) (1 hr) Personal Protective Equipment (WBT ESHQ_BCO-0017) (0.25 hr) Hazard Communication (WBT ESHQ_BCO-0014) (0.5 hr) Fire Extinguisher Awareness (WBT ESHQ_HS-141) (0.75 hrs) DOT Hazmat Shipping Training – Infectious Waste, Li-Ion Batteries (1.5 hrs) Review of SARS-CoV-2 fact sheet (FACT-100) (Signature Only) Onsite training will be provided on how to operate and set up the system at the site. TIME AND TRAVEL All travel expenses will be paid per Battelle’s normal travel policy. This is a full-time commitment. The work is anticipated to ramp up starting in April and remain full time for the duration of the need to decon PPE for health care workers.

Thank you to all of you who have already graciously stepped up to this opportunity and thank you in advance to those who will accept this assignment to help our heroic health care providers. LEGAL DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

Battelle provides employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.





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