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Waste Management Specialist

Erwin, TN 37650

Posted: 04/01/2024 Industry: EnergySolutions Waste Management Job Number: 1485

Job Description

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
  • Interprets waste management and transportation rules, regulations and policies in the proper compliant management of facility  waste, including low level and transuranic waste (TRU), hazardous waste.
  • Teams and interfaces with treatment, storage, disposal, generators and/or other customers and regulators to resolved specific waste management related concerns.
  • Reviews existing procedures and prepares revisions and checklist updates to incorporate regulatory requirements and changes as well as customer driven revisions.
  • Serves as the primary Shipper / Broker for the Erwin ResinSolutions facility.
  • Responsible for all rad shipments and inspects incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
  • Prepares containers for shipment including manifests, labeling, marking and inspection of packages and conducts receipt surveys and document review for incoming shipments.
  • Coordinates shipments with generators, disposal sites and transportation.
  • Works under general supervision.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Skills
  • Working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations (WAC, MTCA, RCRA, CERLA and TSCA)
  • Organized and disciplined approach to documentation, development, maintenance and tracking of waste activities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Word

Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and push up to 200 pounds; handle, grip, and reach above or below shoulder
  • Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned
  • Ability to walk and bend/stoop
  • Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
  • Ability to see close and distance, basic colors and shades
  • Ability to work inside an office and outside
  • Ability to work alone and work with others; perform under deadline pressure
  • Ability to drive a vehicle

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
  • Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience

Certifications
  • 40 hour Hazwoper training
  • Q Clearance or the ability to obtain a Q clearance

Required Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years experience

Preferred Experience
  • 10 years of experience

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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