Environmental Protection Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental analysis on the action taken by disposal contractors handling and disposing of hazardous waste properly.
• Examine documents submitted by contractors to ensure a clear audit trail exists from generator to final disposal facility.
• Identify contract or environmental discrepancies and determine compliance with Federal, State, Local, EPA, DOT, and DoD regulations.
• Recommend resolution of non‑compliance to the contracting specialist for major or minor discrepancies.
• Enter manifest tracking data into automated disposal and supply systems.
• Participate in post‑award conferences and problem‑resolution meetings with disposal contractors.
• Support contract specialist in administration of hazardous waste disposal contracts.
• Assist the surveillance team in preparing for audit visits.

To qualify for the Environmental Protection Technician position, applicants must demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; graduate education may be considered if directly related to the position.
• Specialized experience: One year of experience directly related to the duties of this position, equivalent to GS‑06 level. Experience may include paid and unpaid work including volunteer service (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) that provides relevant skills.
• Experience includes:
  • Validating and documenting contractor performance against contract requirements.
  • Examining documentation for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Performing mission‑related technical or clerical work.

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Tour of Duty: 1st Shift (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
• Security Requirements:
  Non‑Sensitive.
• Appointment subject to favorable suitability or fitness determination; unfavorable background checks may result in removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA):
  Non‑Exempt.
• Selective Service Requirement:
  Males born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered or exempt.
• Recruitment
  
  Incentives:
  
  Not Authorized.
• Bargaining Unit Status:
  No.
• Real  equivalent identification required for access to certain federal facilities. (See https://).
• Drug‑free workplace policy – all employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty; drug testing may be conducted.

A federal employee receives a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and other federal employment benefits. Eligibility and specific benefits depend on the position type (full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent).