Job Description

Dependable 2. Organization/detail-oriented 3. Effective communication skills

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, responsible for ensuring hazardous and non-hazardous waste is correctly packaged and disposed of
• Provides waste-related field/facility operations including processing and/or loading activities
• Ensures proper documentation and handling of solid, liquid, hazardous, explosives, and mixed wastes
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulatory requirements associated with safety, environmental, inspection, packaging, and transportation activities in relation to waste management
• Inspects waste storage areas and containers and serves as point of contact regarding waste management issues.
• Responsible for record management relating to storage area inspections, waste profile forms, disposal requests, shipping paperwork, and waste characterization information.
• Works in conjunction and communicates with logistics providers to arrange collection and shipments of waste
• Semi-frequent forklift operation
• Assists with the preparation and distribution of shipping documentation and manifests
• Communicates regularly and proactively with internal stakeholders regarding status of waste shipments and compliance
• Participates in and leads audits and assessments, this may include self-assessments, internal audits, and regulatory agency audits

Profile And Experience

• High school diploma required
• Two-year degree and at least 1 year work experience preferred
• Ability to speak and write English
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is required
• Novice to intermediate computer skills are required and SAP knowledge is preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience with handling, characterizing, packaging, and/or transporting solid, liquid, hazardous, explosives, and/or mixed wastes is preferred
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws/regulations relating to the handling and management of solid, liquid, hazardous, explosives, and mixed wastes is preferred
• Specialization in hazardous waste management is preferred
• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently within set deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate, interact, and work with internal customers and with Federal, State, and local agencies