Hazardous Waste Technician

BB&E•Hampton, VA

10h•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

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

U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to successfully pass a federal agency background check is required.
Experience preparing hazardous waste turn-in, shipping, and tracking documents.
Prior hazardous waste lab pack disposal experience.
Practical knowledge of HW management, a solid understanding of hazardous material identification and management.
Familiarity with sources of information pertaining to chemical and radiological hazards.
The ability to safely move and load heavy drums and containers containing harmful products.
Handling, processing, packaging, and tracking hazardous waste for shipment, treatment, and disposal.
Familiarity with hazardous waste regulations and procedures.
OSHA and State and Federal Hazardous Waste regulations.
Problem-solving skills to identify and address any issues that may arise during the waste management process, minimizing risks and preventing accidents.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Proficiency using GIS software and MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.
Highly motivated, with the ability to solve problems and function as a member of a team.
A minimum of 5 years’ related experience is required.
40-hour HAZWOPER certification is required
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.
Able to work both indoors/outdoor (with exposure to the elements)
Able to walk/climb/knee/crouch and reach
Able to work on rough terrain when necessary
Able to work in confined spaces and/or heights
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
Exposure to hazards/contaminants at times

Nice To Haves

Certified Hazardous Materials Management (CHMM) Certification preferred
First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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