Hazardous Materials Specialist

Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

H2C is seeking a Hazardous Material Specialist to join the Waste Technical Services organization. The Hazardous Materials Specialist will provide characterization and program support for all radiological and non-radiological waste types (Low Level Waste, High Level Waste, Mixed Waste). This position will provide broad-based technical and regulatory support for ongoing H2C waste management efforts and technical support for specific projects. The Hazardous Material Specialist will also perform calculations to support waste management and characterization efforts and create and identify documentation to be revised based on the regulations, results of calculations and other efforts. Support effective implementation and regulatory compliance of waste management programs.

• Incorporates conventional engineering or scientific practices to technical requirements to meet H2C Waste Program needs.

• Assists with preparation of waste stream profile technical documentation to support calculations and incorporates into Waste Certification Plans.

• Assists with providing guidance and direction to facility personnel involved with waste management, packaging, and transportation.

• Performs field walk downs to ensure field work is performed to meet waste stream profiles, calculations and procedures.

• Reviews work packages for potential generation of waste streams.

• Assists with verification for compliance with H2C waste acceptance criteria requirements.

• Assists with preparation of Waste Program manuals and procedures.

• Assist with packaging and shipment of all hazardous and radioactive materials and assure this is completed in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.

• Evaluate hazardous materials packaging, transportation, handling and associated activities for compliance and acceptability.

• Implement programs and procedures for packaging, transport and disposal of hazardous materials.

Required Qualifications
Grade 13:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a scientific discipline or a related field or completion by June 30, 2025, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 14:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a scientific discipline or a related field; and
• Two (2) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications
* Experience with application of Washington State, Department of Energy (DOE) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.

• Good written/oral communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $66,338
Hiring Range Maximum: $91,975

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits