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Personal protective equipment

Manufacturing and Industrial

Personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to specialized gear, such as gloves, goggles, respirators, hard hats, and protective clothing, worn to minimize exposure to workplace hazards including chemicals, radiation, physical injury, or infectious agents. It is mandated by occupational safety regulations like those from OSHA in industries such as construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and laboratory work. Proper selection, fit, and maintenance of PPE are critical responsibilities for safety officers and workers in hazardous environments.

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Personal protective equipment in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

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Open roles requiring Personal protective equipment (5)

Environmental Services Technician (EVS) - Housekeeping Aid (Leader)

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Fayetteville, AR · $20 – $23 / hour

A housekeeping leader role at a Veterans Affairs Medical Center responsible for cleaning and disinfecting hospital environments, managing housekeeping staff assignments, and maintaining floors and equipment. This suits someone with housekeeping experience who is comfortable supervising others and working evening shifts in a healthcare setting.

Via USAJOBS · Apply there ↗

PEST CONTROLLER

United States Space Force

Buckley AFB, Colorado · $67,577 – $78,805

This government position oversees comprehensive pest control operations across multiple facility types using integrated pest management procedures and various application equipment. It suits experienced pest control professionals who can work independently, handle hazardous materials safely, and manage complex operations with minimal supervision.

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Custodian, 1st Shift, Site 1 & 3

AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $20 / hour

AST SpaceMobile seeks a custodian to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across their satellite manufacturing facility in Midland, Texas, handling everything from restroom upkeep to floor care and waste management in a high-tech aerospace environment. This role is ideal for someone with industrial cleaning experience who can work independently, follow safety protocols around manufacturing equipment, and adapt to a demanding production facility.

Listed on AST SpaceMobile’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Thrive Market

Full-time · Batesville, IN · $50,000 – $65,000

This role leads environmental health and safety compliance and culture at a large food fulfillment center, overseeing regulatory adherence, employee safety programs, and incident management. It suits experienced EHS professionals ready to embed safety ownership across a high-volume operation and partner with regulatory agencies.

Listed on Thrive Market’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Iowa City, IA · $74,678 – $97,087

This role leads comprehensive occupational health and safety programs at a VA medical center, managing hazard assessment, exposure monitoring, and compliance across multiple specialized areas like respirator safety, ergonomics, and biological hazards. It suits experienced industrial hygienists who can combine technical expertise in exposure evaluation with program management and regulatory compliance oversight.

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