Hazardous Waste Technician

Hazardous Waste Technician

BB&E is an employee-owned full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Hazardous Waste Technician for BB&E's NASA Langley Research Center located in Hampton, VA.

Requirements

* * Responsible for collecting hazardous waste research and development (R&D) lab waste.

* Responsible for collecting medical waste.

* Segregate and process hazardous waste according to hazard class.

* Bulk various types of solvents for flammable liquid & non-RCRA liquid drums.

* Lab pack hazardous waste & medical waste.

* Perform hazardous waste pick-ups, on-site transportation, waste sampling, waste classification, waste packaging, manifesting, and tracking of waste containers from cradle-to-grave.

* Provide support and guidance to hazardous waste generators regarding proper labeling, storage, and management of hazardous waste.

* Coordinate pick up of hazardous waste and mixed waste within three (3) business days of receipt of a fully completed Form A and safely transport hazardous waste on-site back to the less than 90-day accumulation area and/or radioactive waste storage facility using a government-provided vehicle.

* Coordinate pickup, store, and prepare for shipment medical waste generated at the Center according to regulatory requirements.

* Perform hazardous waste sampling activities and prepare paperwork and samples for shipment to a State-certified laboratory.

* Perform PCB wipe sampling activities and prepare paperwork and samples for shipment to a State-certified laboratory.

* Properly segregate and store hazardous waste by hazard class and compatibility.

* Coordinate provision of all containers needed for the storage and disposal of hazardous waste to all hazardous waste generators.

* Classify and package hazardous waste and prepare for shipment and disposal offsite.

* Prepare a properly executed Uniform Hazardous Waste manifest for signature by an authorized NASA representative from the EMD.

* Maintain records related to hazardous waste disposal, including analytical results, waste profiles, manifests, and land ban forms.

* Bulk inorganic acid & bases and enter data into tracking system.

* Pick up and transport unused, unopened chemicals to the Ames Chemical Exchange (ACE) program for reuse or recycling and maintain accurate inventory of chemicals.

* Pickup and transport unused, unopened chemicals to the Central Chemical Storage Facility for storage for future use by the owner and maintain accurate inventory of chemicals.

* Help conduct quarterly inspections of all PCB-containing items at the Center and prepare PCB annual document log report for government approval.

* Conduct and document weekly compliance inspections at the hazardous waste facilities.

* Perform initial inspections for Satellite Accumulation Area Determinations.

* Prepare monthly Hazardous Waste generator activity reports including generator name, waste location, organization code, waste storage date, item identification number, waste name and description, and weight.

* Maintain 24-hour HAZWOPER training and applicable US DOT Certification.

Provide support and participate in internal environmental regulatory compliance audits, annual self-assessments, and other audits and inspections.

* U.S. Citizenship is required

* Ability to successfully pass a federal agency background check is required.

* Knowledge:

o Experience preparing hazardous waste turn-in, shipping, and tracking documents.

o Prior hazardous waste lab pack disposal experience.

o Practical knowledge of HW management, a solid understanding of hazardous material identification and management.

o Familiarity with sources of information pertaining to chemical and radiological hazards.

o The ability to safely move and load heavy drums and containers containing harmful products.

o Handling, processing, packaging, and tracking hazardous waste for shipment, treatment, and disposal.

o Familiarity with hazardous waste regulations and procedures.

o OSHA and State and Federal Hazardous Waste regulations.

o Problem-solving skills to identify and address any issues that may arise during the waste management process, minimizing risks and preventing accidents.

* Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

* Software: Proficiency using GIS software and MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.

* Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to solve problems and function as a member of a team.

* Experience: A minimum of 5 years' related experience is required.

* Certification and Training: 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is required; Certified Hazardous Materials Management (CHMM) Certification preferred; First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.

* Education: A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field is preferred.

* Must be able to walk, sit, and/or stand for extended periods for multiple days/weeks

* Able to operate office equipment, including computers, copy machine, phone, etc.

* Capable of light lifting, up to 80 lbs.

* Working conditions:

o Able to work both indoors/outdoor (with exposure to the elements)

o Able to walk/climb/knee/crouch and reach

o Able to work on rough terrain when necessary

o Able to work in confined spaces and/or heights

o Able to wear the required PPE, minimally wear gloves, a hard hat, a respirator, and steel-toe boots that may be in combination with protective clothing/suits, a respirator, and/or a fall restraint/recovery harness

o Exposure to hazards/contaminants at times

Benefits

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

* Competitive compensation packages with salary range of $85,000-$90,000

* Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee-owned!

* Discretionary bonus

* *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge

* *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability

* *Employer provided Life insurance

* *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits

* *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays

* Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match

* Tuition reimbursement & professional development

* Employee referral program

* Financial wellness resources

* Employee discounts

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees