Waste Management Specialist

Overview

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Waste Management Specialist I opportunity in Paducah, KY for the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP) Deactivation and Remediation (D&R) project
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• 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.
• Coordinate daily waste activities with FRNP Projects and interact with Waste Engineers, Frontline Supervisors, RADCON, ES&H, QA, NDA, laborers, and other groups to ensure resources are available for packaging activities as directed by the Waste Engineer per RFD documentation.
• 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 documentation for each waste container to support final Characterization and Profile Verification (Request for Disposal, Waste Item Container Logs, radiological surveys, etc.).
• Work with Radiological Control Technicians to ensure health physics surveys and dose readings support off-site shipments or landfill requirements.
• Assist FRNP Projects with setting up, maintaining, and inspecting waste storage areas (TSAs, GSAs, CERCLA storage areas) and transfer hazardous waste to permanent storage to ensure RCRA/TSCA regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with Front-line supervisors to plan packaging activities and prepare packaging instructions for 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 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.
• Maintain knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements relevant to nuclear facility operations and waste management.

• B.S. degree in a related field and 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Typical experience ranges from 1–4 years.
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software.

• DOE “L” or “Q” clearance or ability to obtain a DOE “L” or “Q” clearance.

• Potential for work in environmental restoration environments (outdated and/or abandoned facilities).
• Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment in potentially hazardous areas.
• Ability to carry instruments/equipment and perform extended walking/standing; may require lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance as applicable.
• Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in motor vehicles and working around moving equipment or machinery.
• Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.
• Environment may include weather extremes and inclement weather.
• Radiological training may be required.
• May operate company vehicle; all safety and DOT regulations must be observed.

How to apply: Please apply via our website:

Note: Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions and obtaining permission to do so.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.