Solid Waste Technician - SCC

Overview

Operate and support landfall and solid waste operations at the Prudhoe Bay facility in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner. This position performs operational, inspection, documentation, and regulatory support functions related to solid waste handling, waste stream control, and environmental compliance.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Log, ticket, and reconcile incoming solid and special waste streams
• Maintain accurate chain‑of‑custody records and waste documentation
• Conduct daily landfill, waste handling, and site inspections
• Operate landfill‑related heavy equipment, including but not limited to loaders, compactors, dozers, and similar equipment, in support of daily waste handling, placement, cover, and site operations in accordance with safety procedures and operational requirements.
• Identify prohibited, special, and hazardous waste and follow established handling procedures
• Support hazardous waste sorting, manifesting, record‑keeping, and regulatory submittal as assigned
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations
• Coordinate operational and maintenance activities related to waste handling areas and equipment
• Complete required reports, logs, and inspection documentation
• Support safe, continuous landfill operations under varying weather and operational conditions
• Participate in required training and maintain applicable certifications

• Working knowledge of solid waste and landfill operations
• Ability to safely operate landfill‑related heavy equipment or obtain required equipment training and authorization
• Ability to recognize prohibited, special, and hazardous waste
• Ability to understand the chain‑of‑custody and documentation requirements
• Ability to perform inspections and accurately document findings
• Knowledge of environmental, safety, and operational procedures
• Ability to follow written SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Strong attention to detail and record accuracy
• Ability to meet physical and safety requirements of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and regulators
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a rotational work environment
• Ability to obtain required site‑specific training and certifications
• High school diploma, or G.E.D., or a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience
• Experience in solid waste, landfill, environmental services, or related operations preferred
• Experience operating heavy equipment in landfills, construction, or industrial environments is preferred
• Hazardous waste, environmental, or safety training preferred or required based on assignment
• Valid U.S. driver's license that meets North Slope insurance criteria