Professional Experience

• Emergency Response Technician - Colleges of Nanoscale Science & Engineering, SUNY Polytechnic Institute (2012 – Present)
• Research Support Specialist - Colleges of Nanoscale Science & Engineering, SUNY Polytechnic Institute (2009 – 2012)
• Emergency Response Team - Colleges of Nanoscale Science & Engineering, SUNY Polytechnic Institute (2007 – 2012)
• Research Technician II - Colleges of Nanoscale Science & Engineering, SUNY Polytechnic Institute (2007 – 2009)

Responsibilities

• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid
• National Incident Management System (NIMS)

As Emergency Response Team Technician, Mr. Valason responds in an effective and efficient manner to chemical, fire, medical and other emergency incidents site wide, working effectively with both internal and external response partners. Additionally, he maintains response readiness at all times in preparation for routine and high stress incidents through team development, equipment maintenance and instrument calibration. Mr. Valason is also responsible for documenting incidents and maintaining computer and written records as required.