Waste Management Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

PER SOCCo Policy DND-HR-PRO-00001: Internal employees must be in current position for (1) year or greater to be eligible to apply.

Contingency of Employment:

Position Overview

Waste Management Technician I
Job Code: WASTE16
Grade Level: 6(Non-Exempt)

Under direct supervision, performs Waste Management job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities include assisting and supporting management in ensuring that the site Waste Management function operates in a manner that is safe, cost effective and fully compliant with procedures and all regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Assigned job duties may support Waste Management functional areas such as supporting sampling, material control, inventory, or related areas
Maintains data in various data capture systems
Assists in generating reports, data files and preparation of routine documents
Performs assigned tasks according to detailed instructions and established policies and procedures
Provides administrative and/or functional support to the Waste Management team
Perform duties of general/routine complexity in nature
Other job related duties as assigned
Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Waste Management Technician II
Job Code: WASTE15
Grade Level: 7(Non-Exempt)

Typical job responsibilities include assisting and supporting management in ensuring that the site Waste Management function operates in a manner that is safe, cost effective and fully compliant with procedures and all regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Assigned job duties may support Waste Management functional areas such as supporting sampling, material control, inventory, or related areas
Maintains data in various data capture systems
Assists in generating reports, data files and preparation of routine documents
Performs assigned tasks according to detailed instructions and established policies and procedures
Provides administrative and/or functional support to the Waste Management team
Perform duties of general/routine complexity in nature
Other job related duties as assigned
Oversee the generation and packaging of wastes destined for on-site storage facilities to ensure compliance with receiving facilities requirements
Oversee the generation and packaging of waste destined for off-site storage facilities OTHER THAN THE NEVADA NUCLEAR SECURITY SITE (NNSS)
Certification of waste compliance via signature
Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Working Conditions

Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.
Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person "buddy system"), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).
Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.
Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)
In some cases radiological training may be required.
May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.

Required Contingencies 

         Pre-Employment Physical (office or field work)

         Drug Screen

         The ability to obtain/maintain "L" or "Q" Clearance, or HSPD12 Uncleared badge one year from hire date

         Background Check

         Any site required training

Prospective employees must be available to start work with Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC within a reasonable time frame after acceptance of SOCCo's offer of employment (typically 30 days or less).

Applicants for employment can initiate a request for accommodation or obtain information concerning accommodations if contacted by the Company for an Interview.

As a reminder, all internal employees of Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC must submit a current resume.  External candidates must also submit a current resume.

Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a multifaceted workforce.  All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.