Waste Management Specialist I
Job description
WASTE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST I
- BS degree in a related field and 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 1 - 4 years.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of and experience with nuclear facility operations
- Knowledge of, and experience with, DOE nuclear facility safety including technical safety requirements, processes and reporting requirements
- Attention to detail
- Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software
- DOE “L” or “Q” clearance or ability to obtain a DOE “L” or “Q” clearance
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under direct supervision, performs Waste Management job functions as assigned by management. Typical
job responsibilities include assisting and supporting management in ensuring that the site Waste
Management function operates in a manner that is safe, cost effective and fully compliant with FRNP
Deactivation Project procedures and all regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may
include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional
areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
- Perform assigned job duties supporting Waste Management functional areas such as waste stream certification, waste disposition planning, nuclear materials transfer, transportation and/or other related areas
- Work directly with the following FRNP Projects to coordinate daily waste activities:
- Waste Specialist must interact with Waste Engineers, Frontline Supervisors, RADCON, ES&H, QA, NDA, laborers, and other groups to ensure necessary resources are available to support packaging activities as directed by the Waste Engineer per RFD documentation. Additional duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Coordinate with waste operations for AB approval, container delivery, container retrieval for storage, weights, treatment, etc.
- Coordinate with security for container movement and material classification.
- Coordinate collection of all necessary documentation for each waste container to include sufficient detail to support final Characterization and Profile Verification (Request for Disposal, Waste Item Container Logs, radiological surveys, etc.)
- Work with Radiological Control Technicians to ensure that appropriate health physics surveys and dose readings are obtained as necessary to support off-site shipments or landfill requirements.
- Assist FRNP Projects with setting up, maintaining, and inspecting waste storage areas (TSAs, GSAs, CERCLA storage areas, etc., and transfer hazardous waste to permanent storage as necessary to ensure compliance with RCRA/TSCA regulations and site procedures.
- Work closely with Front-line supervisors to plan packaging activities and prepare and provide packaging instructions to be used by the operators.
- Inspect waste materials for non-conforming items and sort and segregate as necessary.
- Observe loading of waste materials into approved waste containers.
- Provide detailed information on Waste Item Container Logs for waste contents to assist Waste Engineers with final Characterization and Profile Verification.
- Mark/Label waste containers in accordance with site procedures to ensure proper communication during on-site transport.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Due to the variety of work that is performed by Waste Mgt Specialists there may be the potential for
work within an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). The
following conditions and requirements may apply:
Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous
areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged
walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.
Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-
repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds
requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly,
repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking,
grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working
around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf
cart, gator, heavy equipment).
Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and
chemical hazards.
Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as
but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)
In some cases radiological training may be required.
May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations
and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed
by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe
the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities
assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties
as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably
accommodate individuals with a disability.
For persons with disabilities: If you require assistance completing, or are unable to complete the online resume/application process, please contact:
VAS Human Resources @ 803-644-0070
Mon. - Fri. 9am - 4pm
237 High Gate Loop
Aiken, SC 29803
Value Added Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug-free work environment.