Careers | Waste Control Specialists

Waste Control Specialists is proud to work alongside the Andrews Chamber of Commerce and other community groups in ensuring Andrews citizens and WCS employees enjoy a high quality of life.

Company Benefits:

Medical (100% company paid)
Short-term Disability (100% company paid)
Long-term Disability (100% company paid)
Group Term Life (1x annual salary-100% company paid)
Teledoc (video call with physician)
Dental (100% company paid)
Flexible Spending Account
RX Discounts ($8/$15/$30 max out of pocket)
401k Company Match (up to 3%)
Company-wide closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Recognition Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program (Degree/Higher Learning)
Employee Assistance Program (100% company paid

Current Job Openings

Operations Supervisor

Date posted: February 13, 2025

Department: Operations
Reports To: TSDF Operations Manager
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in the operations of the facility and train operation personnel in the use, safety procedures and operation of heavy equipment and/or waste processing. Directly reports to the TSDF Operations Manager. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Direct subordinate employees in the Operations Department on projects.
Conducts daily pre-job briefings with crew, including support organization personnel.
Inspect work areas to determine the type of work required, materials needed and equipment to be used.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
Direct employees and assists in training employees on applicable equipment to perform job tasks.
Determine the skill level of operators to advance them to more complicated equipment based on demonstration of ability to operate safely and efficiently.
Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work related goals.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Study production schedules and estimates person-hour requirements for completion of jobs assigned.
Interpret company policies and job orders to workers and enforce safety regulations.
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of production.
Analyze and resolve work issues or assist employees in problem solving.
Maintain time and production records.
Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual department.
Perform activities of workers supervised.
Document completion and status of all work activities in the appropriate work order and/or daily operations report.
Performs departmental training required for employees.
Perform Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for routine operation.
Assist in the development of Work Instructions, Procedures, Cost Models and other job-related documents.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Participate and support Emergency Management as directed by the WCS Incident Commander.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervise employees in the Operations Department with overall responsibility in the field for carrying out operational activities for their assigned area. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations’ policies and applicable law. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical institute in engineering or construction technology; or sixty hours related study in the field of hazardous waste management, environmental science and/or radiation health and two to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret simple instructions and short correspondence. Ability to write simple correspondence Ability to conduct pre-job briefings to groups in a logical and organized manner. Ability to develop & present safety related topics. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, and small group situations

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract multiply and divide, in all unit of measures, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of internet software and word processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Desired but not required: Level III National Certification from the National Center for Construction Education and Research or the ability to obtain Level III certification within 6 months.,

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and smell. The employee is required to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis and personal protective equipment including hand, foot and body. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient strength and stamina to perform a variety of heavy construction-related tasks including use of hand tools; foot, hand and eye coordination sufficient to perform duties; and natural balance sufficient for standing on high ladders and scaffolding

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and hot and cold weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Working surfaces are often uneven and represent of a construction site.

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Waste Acceptance Specialist

Date posted: February 5, 2025

Department: Waste Acceptance
Reports to: Waste Acceptance Manager
Location: Andrews, TX Facility Worksite

Summary
This position is responsible for document review of all incoming and outgoing licensed hazardous and non¬hazardous waste received by the facility to ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, and NRC requirements. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Daily review of all shipping paperwork to ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, and NRC requirements for safe transport of all waste in certified containers.
Ensures all documents are clear and concise for management of waste per technical and regulatory guidelines.
Acts as mediator and facilitator between customers and inventory shipments, including tracking, investigation, and resolution of waste shipment discrepancies.
Plans activities relating to the characterization and transportation of radioactive/mixed waste and hazardous/non-hazardous waste to and from the facility.
Conducts a daily review of all scheduled loads into and out of the facilities via highway and rail
Prepares all Bill of ladings (BOL) and reviews radiological survey information for proper shipping of empty containers, including physical inspection for compliance with DOT and TAC regulations
Conducts peer review of all shipping papers, facilitates labeling and inspection of incoming waste shipments.
Must be able to participate in and promote a safe and positive work environment in a team setting.
Create 540/541 manifests using LowTrack for inter-facility transfer and disposition.
Update site inventory tracking software for all inventoried wastes, as needed
Provides support for site operations departments pertaining to acceptance and disposition of inventoried waste per technical and regulatory guidance.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
BS preferred; but not required. Must have direct knowledge and experience with Hazardous and Low-Level radioactive waste including packaging, transportation, classification and management. Current Advanced Mixed Waste Shipper Certification OR Current Advanced Hazardous Waste and Advanced Radioactive Shipper Certification (if certification not current, must be able to obtain within reasonable time).

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully. An individual should have knowledge of Development software; Internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software.

Other Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge or ability in the following areas;
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Hazardous Waste Manifest System Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR parts 171 through 180
Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Low-Level Radioactive Waste Manifest
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) a plus
Texas Administration Code (TAC) a plus; Understanding of Federal, State and Facility policies and regulations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee are occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Health Physicist

Date posted: February 3, 2025

Department: Radiation Safety
Reports To: Radiation Safety Manager
Location: Andrews, Tx Worksite Facility

Summary
To provide health physics (HP) support to Facilities/assigned Generators, HP consultative advice to line and facility management, HP technical support, developing and implementing elements of the Radiation Protection Program Compliance Program.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

Providing HP/Radiation Safety (RS) program management and oversight:

Preparing, reviewing, and revising radiation protection manual procedures.
Establishing, implementing, and maintaining radiation protection performance models and metrics.
Monitoring RS-related non-conformances and corrective actions.
Performing RS compliance inspections.
Preparing or participating in annual RS program compliance reviews.

HP/RS services for assigned facilities and projects:

Development and implementation of RS controls, processes, and procedures.
Project-specific dose assessments.
ALARA assessment and reviews.
Preparation, review, and/or approval of radiological work plans/procedures.
Post-work ALARA reviews.
Response and investigation of unplanned event investigations.

Technical HP/RS services for assigned facilities and projects:

Review and approval of the selection and procurement of radiation and contamination measuring and monitoring equipment.
Oversight of site processes for the calibration of RP instrumentation.
In-Situ gamma spectroscopy.
Oversight of decontamination methods and techniques.
Planning, execution, and documentation of scoping, characterization, and release radiological surveys.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge of recommendations and guidelines of radiological protection standards.
Knowledge and understanding of radiation protection philosophies, procedures, equipment, and techniques used both in theory and practice.
Proficiency in Microsoft computer software and databases.
Knowledge in the use of modeling tools such as MicroShield, Skyshine, RESRAD, CAP88, Hotspot Scale, and MCNP.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work to meet objectives and targets.
Ability to make decisions based on established requirements, procedures, and practices.

Education and/or Experience

Option A: Degree in Health Physics or Nuclear Engineering.
Option B: Certified Health Physicist (CHP).
Option C: 3+ years working functionally as a Health Physicist, plus a science or engineering degree.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
Knowledge of Internet software, spreadsheet software, word processing software, and Microsoft Access.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The employee may receive occupational exposure to ionizing radiation that is As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

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Cost Accountant

Date posted: January 6, 2025

Reports To: Corporate Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility, Andrews, Tx

Summary
The Cost Accountant is responsible for ensuring the financial planning of expenditure is well planned and ROI is beneficial to the company. This position will oversee expense reports, analyze data on what has been purchased or the incurred costs regarding goods and services received from vendors, and make recommendations related to cost-efficiency. Maintains all internal controls in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Knowledgeable of all appropriate laws, regulations and specific procedures for processing transactions. This position requires frequent contact and interaction with customers and WCS personnel. This position reports to the Corporate Controller.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

Perform cost analysis of company operations
Compare revenues to costs by project to determine profitability
Analyze company equipment and prepare analyses for decision making on purchases/repairs
Collect cost information and maintain an expense database
Determine fixed costs (e.g., salaries, rent and insurance)
Plan and record variable costs (e.g., purchases of raw material and operations costs)
Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies
Assist with preparing and compiling budgeting reports (for the company and for each department)
Prepare (monthly, quarterly, and annual) cost forecasts
Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions
Be liaison between corporate accounting and accounting needs at the Andrews Facility
Perform any ad hoc projects as needed by Corporate Controller or other members of management
Work cohesively and collaboratively with other team members as needed to complete essential duties and responsibilities and any other assigned ad hoc projects
Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess excellent analytical skills along with the ability to combine different data and calculate profit margins. Create detailed reports that present cost-effective solutions for the company. Ultimately, build updated databases and manage cost information to maximize profitability for the company.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant study
At least 5 years proven experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant, Analyst or similar role
Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience with accounting software
Computer literacy
Advanced MS Excel skills (i.e., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, multiple tab workbooks, etc.)
Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Strong time management skills
Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the company.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but involved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
Experience using an accounting software, advanced knowledge of the following Microsoft applications: Excel, Word, Outlook

Physical Demand
The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within the regulatory limits when visiting the worksite. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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Part-time Office Assistant

Date posted: January 6, 2025

Reports To: Human Resources Manager
FLSA Status: Part-time/Non-exempt
3 day/week (10-15 hrs.)-No Benefits Offered
Location: Dallas, TX

The Office Assistant will provide intermediate level administrative and clerical tasks related to the general organizational operations. This position reports directly to the Human Resources Manager. This position provides all necessary organizational support and is responsible for a variety of tasks.

Summary

Greet and direct office visitors, answer main telephone system, respond to direct requests for information and/or forward messages to the appropriate staff.
Maintain Fed-Ex, UPS, Amazon, USPS, and Staples accounts.
General office duties such as filing, copying, flow of correspondence, etc.
Ordering supplies, business cards, and name plates as needed.
Ordering, stocking and maintaining the kitchen supplies and supply room as necessary.
Coordinate materials for meetings and other activities of the organization.
Provide meeting support, as needed (e.g., scheduling conference rooms, coordinating food, logistics, scheduling travel).
Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Minimum of two years office administrative support.

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to excel at details, multi-tasking and working under deadlines required. Must have experience and be skilled in the use of software programs including Outlook, MS Word.

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a knowledge of Internet and Power Point software.

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented, interpret requirements, coordinate interdepartmental activities as a team player, utilize Microsoft Word and Outlook software programs and operate imaging scanning equipment. Must have knowledge of conventional administrative practices.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Date posted: December 12, 2024

Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Supervises the facility maintenance staff in providing maintenance support of waste processing, storage, and disposal to support plant activities by performing the following duties. The Facility Maintenance Supervisor is a lead member of the maintenance department and reports directly to the Maintenance Manager. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Directly supervises the facility maintenance staff with daily work, PM schedules and emergent work orders. Provides mentoring and development for all direct reports. This position will be required to provide on-hands maintenance support as needed.
Takes assigned work for the facility maintenance department and obtains quotes, estimates and materials within plans and specifications.
Determines and/or performs maintenance duties related to cost savings for the business versus engaging contractors for special projects.
Inspects and checks materials and other factors assuring conformity to plans and specifications.
Maintains a detailed account of all work performed by the department with site tools for audit purposes.
Assures that site is adequately staffed to meet workload by coordinating with work control and PTO schedule.
Coordinates with all avenues including staff, operations, management and engineering in the decision process.
Maintains inventory and generates purchase requests for the department.
Performs Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for routine operations.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Performs other related work activities as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises the facility maintenance staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Five (5+) years’ experience in Operations/maintenance activities in hazardous waste management, environmental science, or radiological health environment, and/or maintenance activities in a chemical plant or refinery or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five (5+) years supervisory experience preferred.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple work instructions, short correspondence, and memos in the English language. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, compute rate, ratio, and percent to support planning and estimating. Familiar with standard and metric measurement systems.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Willingness to learn and use PMC computer software.

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate maintenance repair; to make supervisory decisions affecting maintenance activities; to effectively communicate with a wide variety of groups and individuals, both verbally and written; knowledge of hazardous waste site operations and required PPE.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; vibration; risk of electrical shock; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

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Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Date posted: November 12, 2024

Department: Operations Support
Reports to: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Responsible for all activities related to the facility incoming and outgoing non-waste related shipments. This position reports directly to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Compares identifying information and counts, weighs or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records, as appropriate.
Prepares items for shipments to include assembles wooden or cardboard containers or selects pre-assembled containers. Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons or stamps/stencils/glues identifying shipping information on cartons.
Performs receiving inspections for all non-waste related goods and services for the facility.
Assists accounting department in tracking and expensing purchase ordered goods and services.
Determines method of shipments and serves as the main contact for outgoing express mail services. Coordinates all pick up and deliveries with these services.
Manages and tracks uniform issuance, vending machines and copy repair services. Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Manages and receives bills of ladings and approves receipts of materials brought onsite.
Reviews invoices and receives purchase orders within Accounting Software.
Routes items to departments. Operates tier lift truck, fork lifts, or uses hand-truck, as appropriate, to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area in a timely manner.
Tracks the small Business Account spending for janitorial, uniforms, break room supplies, goods and services.
Post weights and shipping charges and affixes postage
Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Performs other related duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job may have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required. Three years related experience and/or training required.

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory Software and Order Processing software.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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Facility Support Worker

Date posted: October 31, 2024

Department: Operations Support
Reports To: Facility Manager
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
This position is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, parking lots, and other common buildings/areas. Reports to the Facility Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Remove trash and other debris from outdoor areas
Weed eating, mowing, brush removal
Operation of streetsweeper, weed eater, brush hog, mower, forklift, other equipment as assigned
General cleanup of common areas, painting minor repairs
Inspect general areas for cleanliness, weed/brush control, gardening, other duties as assigned
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

Education and/or Experience
Experience with similar duties is preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Abilities
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Abilities
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to complete computer based training modules, and check and respond to company emails.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. Work is conducted outdoors in hot, cold, windy, rainy, and snowy weather. Occasional exposure to heavy equipment noise.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level is usually loud.

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Procurement Clerk

Date posted: October 23, 2024

Department: Procurement
Reports To: Procurement Agent
Location: Andrews, TX Worksite Facility

Summary
The procurement clerk is responsible for supporting the procurement team by handling purchasing transactions, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepare and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Liaise with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm orders, and resolve any discrepancies.
Maintain accurate records of orders and vendors.
Input purchasing data into the accounting system and ensure all information is current and accurate.
Generate reports on purchasing activities for management review.
Ensure adherence to company policies and procurement procedures.
Address issues related to order fulfillment, such as delays or quality concerns, and escalating as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
Associates Degree in Business or related discipline from an accredited college or university preferred; and a minimum of (2) years related experience as a purchasing clerk; and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Order Processing systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
None required

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated strong organizational and multitasking skills as well as excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Date posted: August 16th, 2024

Reports To: LL Maintenance Heavy Equipment Supervisor/Light Duty Equipment Supervisor
Location: Andrews, Tx Worksite Facility

Summary
Performs skilled mechanical work in heavy equipment and motor vehicle maintenance. This position works under the direct supervision of the LL Maintenance Heavy Equipment Supervisor or Light Duty Equipment Supervisor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Performs repairs to vehicle, heavy equipment and other equipment including computerized automotive systems as assigned through work orders.
Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance on vehicles, heavy equipment, motors and other equipment, as assigned.
Maintains records on operation and repair of vehicles, heavy equipment, motors and other equipment, as assigned.
Cleans shop, offices, vehicles, heavy equipment, motors and other equipment, as necessary.
Reports any and all shop area hazards to the Supervisor.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members
Performs other related work activities as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two (2) years experience in automotive and/or heavy equipment repairs for both gasoline and/or diesel engines; pumps; compressors; and other rotating equipment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Considerable knowledge of preventative maintenance and general repair of motor vehicles, heavy equipment and mechanized equipment preferred.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in the English language. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the organization.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; vibration; risk of electrical shock; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Operator

Date Posted: February 10, 2021

Reports To: Operations Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Location: Andrews, Texas Worksite Facility

Summary
Performs work in specialized field of Heavy Equipment Operator or Waste Processing for Facility. Works under the general supervision of the Operations Supervisor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Conveys materials and items from receiving and/or production areas to storage and/or to other designated areas.
May operate stabilization treatment system, process equipment, compactors and conveyor, pumps, valves and control boards.
May operate and maintain process equipment to include sorters, blaster, separators, compactors and mixers.
Handles and manages containers in compliance with regulations.
May prepare records for tracking the movement and location of waste to and from the stabilization system.
May collects samples of waste from containers and the stabilization tank system.
Recognizes container leakage and/or damage.
Collects and manages all spills of waste in accordance with the Emergency Response Plan.
Operates roll-off bin truck.
Performs preventative pre-op checks and maintenance for process equipment.
Loads and unloads transport trucks;
Performs disposal crew duties such as, mixing waste using a track hoe and prentice arm machinery;
Ability to operate power industrial trucks, roll-off bin truck, hand trucks, and power jacks;
Transports waste containers to site locations using various transport equipment including trucks, forklifts or a container stacker.
May prepare tracking records for the movement of waste on the site.
General labor including; housekeeping, general maintenance, and assisting other departments as required.
Works closely with other Operators, which may also include training.
Treats and disposes of hazardous/low level radioactive waste.
May perform Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for routine operations;
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal and other team member errors.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to five (1-5+) year(s) of heavy equipment and/or radiation waste experience required, preferably in specialized field at WCS or equivalent facility. Must have a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience using cranes and heavy equipment. NCCCO certification preferred, but not required.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Inventory software and Word Processing software.

Other Skills and Abilities
Must pass mechanical aptitude test in math/science and meet physical requirements.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and smell. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient strength and stamina to perform a variety of heavy construction-related tasks including use of hand tools; foot, hand and eye coordination sufficient to perform duties; and natural balance sufficient to perform duties; and natural balance sufficient for standing on high ladders and scaffolding. Must be physically fit and pass fitness requirements for Respirator and HAZWOPER. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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