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.

Waste Control Specialists currently has 170+ employees in Texas, New Mexico, and across the US supporting our client sites, and are still growing. Learn how you can become part of our team and check out our unmatched 100% employer-paid health benefits, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, 4-10 operations schedule, employee assistance program, mentorship and succession development program, and many more benefits.

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

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

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

Summary
The maintenance planning/scheduling function is the hub from which all planned maintenance activity is coordinated. The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler is responsible for scheduling preventive and regular maintenance with minimal interruption to production operations. In this capacity, the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler is the principal contact and liaison person between Maintenance and Operations, and other supporting departments in relation to determining the timing for execution of planned maintenance work. The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler works to ensure that Operations units balance their need for daily output with their need of equipment reliability through proactive maintenance practices.

The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler manages the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and supports other staff in effectively and efficiently utilizing the CMMS; identifies and facilitates improvements to the performance of the CMMS; and utilizes reporting and analysis tools to leverage CMMS functionality. Provide technical assistance and training to users; and ensures all CMMS procedures are developed, understood, and followed consistently throughout the organization. Duties and responsibilities are carried out with considerable independence within the framework of established policies and procedures. The role involves accountability to goals and decision-making responsibilities.

The position requires an individual with strong organizational, analytical, technical and leadership skills; problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills, independent judgement skills, inter-personal and people management skills. The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler must possess the ability and skills to effectively provide direction, lead and work in a diverse team environment and communicate in non-technical terms to non-technical individuals.

The key challenges and responsibilities of the position:

Plan schedule and coordinate maintenance activities to operations requirements.
Provide maintenance support for production and engineering activities to ensure optimum results.
Investigate maintenance-related problems, analyze root causes and drive resolutions.
Assure compliance of proper safety, quality, and environmental requirements in work.
Manage all aspects of the site and corporate Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED. Advanced degree/certification(s) in technical and/or maintenance related discipline preferred.
At least three (5) years maintenance experience.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years Maintenance Planner/Scheduler experience.

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.

Background in maintenance and repair of equipment to effectively plan daily maintenance department activities.
Strong “troubleshooting / diagnostic” skills.
Must be able to identify and prioritize multiple projects and perform work with a constant awareness of improving processes.
Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to individuals; ability to present complex situations in a concise manner.
Must interact effectively with all employees.
Must have excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal relationship skills.
Plan maintenance work scopes that ensure and maintain an environmentally compliant and safe workplace.
Assign priorities to work orders and manage work backlog.
Efficiently and effectively manage unplanned emergency work so that it does not disrupt daily maintenance schedules.
Manage the sites spare parts inventory in the Computerized Maintenance Management System. (CMMS)
Assign Bill of Materials (BOM) to assets in the CMMS.
Coordinate outside contractor’s schedules to adhere to maintenance and operation’s schedules.
Communicate with Vendors to obtain optimal lead time for receiving materials, parts and equipment that meets schedule requirements.
Develop, maintain and continuously improve the Preventive Maintenance System.
Attending scheduling meetings to ensure pre-planning, implementation and schedule critiques are effective in coordinating maintenance work activities with all organizational departments.
Other duties as assigned.

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 apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to troubleshoot problems as they arise and logically resolve them.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Scheduling Software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Proficient in site’s CMMS.

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 sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear 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 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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Maintenance Lead

Department: Maintenance
Location: Wampum, PA Facility
Reports To: Operations Manager
Direct Reports: Maintenance employees including mechanical/electrical, and maintenance support personnel
Job Family: Operations

Summary
The Maintenance Lead ensures effective planning and safe execution of daily maintenance activities and provides work direction to personnel supporting facility equipment, buildings, process systems, and site operations. This working-lead position helps ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved procedures, facility requirements, and applicable regulations. The Lead coordinates mechanical, electrical, and logistical support, promotes workforce readiness, and communicates work status, resource needs, and equipment conditions to the Operations Manager and other facility leaders. May assist with scheduling, training, and performance feedback. Formal personnel actions and overall department decisions remain with the Operations Manager unless otherwise delegated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assign and support daily work activities for the maintenance department; communicate priorities, work scope, job expectations, and required resources.
Manage preventive maintenance and corrective repairs for facility equipment and systems, including heavy equipment, motors, pumps, compressors, plumbing, electrical and control components, and associated mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting, inspection, repair, and maintenance support as qualified and authorized.
Coordinate electrical work with qualified personnel and/or the appropriate electrical contractors; ensure work on electrical and energized systems follows approved procedures and authorization requirements.
Coordinate maintenance support for facility, electrical, and environmental, health, and safety activities, including scheduled maintenance events and work requiring cross-department support.
Work with planners and schedulers to review upcoming jobs, identify labor, equipment, parts, and vendor needs, and help ensure materials are available when required.
Support parts procurement and inventory control by identifying needed components, coordinating with vendors, maintaining appropriate stock, and ensuring accurate inventory and documentation.
Review work documentation and maintenance logs for completeness; communicate work progress, equipment condition, findings, and outstanding needs to the Operations Manager.
Ensure job plans, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permits, procedures, and other required work controls are reviewed and followed before and during work.
Reinforce safe work practices, human-performance tools, use of required personal protective equipment, and applicable radiation-protection practices, including keeping exposure As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.
Coordinate/support equipment testing and return-to-service activities, verifying repairs and identifying conditions requiring further evaluation.
Manages maintenance support functions as assigned, including parts pickup and delivery, inventory organization, site vehicle upkeep, state vehicle inspections, trailer movement, escort duties, and Fire Watch support by trained and authorized personnel.
Ensure tools, work areas, vehicles, and equipment are maintained in an orderly and serviceable condition.
Coach and support team members, provide on-the-job guidance, identify training needs, and promote clear communication and teamwork.
Promptly report unsafe conditions, incidents, equipment deficiencies, schedule concerns, and resource constraints to the Operations Manager.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and experience

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum five years of related maintenance experience preferred.
Experience in mechanical, electrical, industrial, and/or facility maintenance; experience coordinating and leading maintenance work preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Required training and credentials

Industry-standard hoisting/rigging, electrical and mechanical certifications preferred, as applicable, to assigned work.
Experience operating material-handling and mobile equipment, including forklifts, front-end loaders, scissor lifts, track mobiles, tilt trucks, etc.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when driving is required.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Working knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices and industrial equipment.
Ability to coordinate work across mechanical, electrical, and maintenance-support functions while recognizing when work must be performed or approved by qualified personnel.
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, equipment manuals, diagrams, and maintenance records.
Strong communication, organization, time-management, and teamwork skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple work requests and communicate changes, delays, and resource needs.
Ability to use inventory, database, spreadsheet, word-processing, and maintenance-management software; willingness to learn facility-specific systems.
Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations involving measurements, quantities, ratios, and percentages.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The position requires regular standing / walking and may involve bending, twisting, reaching, climbing, working at elevation, and handling tools or materials. The employee may need to lift or move items of varying weights, including heavier materials when required by the task and permitted by site procedures.

Work may occur indoors and outdoors and involve exposure to moving machinery, electrical hazards, noise, vibration, hazardous materials, dust or airborne particles, chemicals, and varying weather and temperature conditions. The employee may have occupational exposure to ionizing radiation; exposure must be maintained ALARA and within regulatory limits. Required PPE may include safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, protective clothing, safety footwear, hearing protection, and respiratory protection, depending on the work and site requirements.

This position description summarizes the essential functions of the Maintenance Lead role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Duties may be adjusted to meet operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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Health & Safety Technician

Department: Health and Safety
Reports To: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Andrews, Tx Worksite Facility

Summary
Performs safety and health activities to evaluate and control safety hazards by performing the duties below. This position reports directly to the Health and Safety 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 and any other duties as assigned.

Identify potential causes for accidents and recommend changes in policies and procedures.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training and behavior-based safety to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Oversee field activities and monitor for safety violations. Intervene and pause/stop work as necessary.
Maintain and calibrate safety instruments.
Clean, inspect and repair respirators/SCBA equipment.
Coordinate distribution of PPE.
Conducts respirator fit tests.
Facilitate hearing tests.
Maintain inventory on safety and emergency response supplies/equipment.
Performs facility inspections of fire systems and fire extinguishers.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three (3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience per the hiring manager.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write professional correspondence that may be read by all levels of management. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Able to present safety topics with little to no notice.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; sit; climb or balance; talk or hear and smell. The employee is required to wear respiratory protection and personal protective equipment including hand, foot and body. 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. Natural balance sufficient for standing on ladders or scaffolding.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described her are representative of those and 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 fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; hot and cold 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 to high.

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Waste Acceptance Specialist

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 nonhazardous 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.

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.

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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Sr Project Engineer (Civil)

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Director of Engineering
Location: Andrews, Tx worksite facility

Summary
The Project Engineer will be involved in the planning, design, and execution of projects at the WCS West Texas site. Work will involve working with internal WCS Maintenance and Operations as well as Contractors to develop engineered solutions for existing and new facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Not all inclusive:

Attending daily operations planning meetings – Responsible to coordinate/facilitate daily discussions/meetings supervisors for project statuses, anticipated worksite facility projects and changes being considered.
Develop Design Documents for new facilities (buildings, landfills, components, pads) – Work with Ops and Maintenance to gather design inputs. Coordinate with other departments as applicable (Rad, Environmental, Licensing, H&S, BD) to verify anticipated project meets WCS needs.
Prepare Quality Documentation for all work requests to ensure compliance with Engineering Procedures – Responsible for completing small work projects and information requests, documented on internal Engineering Work Request (EWR), along with other appropriate engineering documents (Drawings, Calculations, etc.) to include in an Engineering Design Package. Keeping track of site projects and jobs and maintaining proper job documentation.
Configuration Management – Responsible for updating and maintaining current statuses of all drawings and plans to account for changes to facilities, upgraded utility locations (underground and above ground) and to update site layout drawings and maps.
Support Construction Projects – Partner with the Construction Project Manager to handle ongoing construction. Evaluate Requests for Information, Submittals, and Design Changes. Serve as backup support to the Construction Project Manager.
Site Project Management – Manage discrete site work project both internal and external (contractor) work. Maintain plan, budget, schedule, and work as liaison between WCS groups and contractors. Facilitate internal work to relieve the planning and administration load from Operations and Maintenance.
Field Observation – Observe and direct as necessary work performed by contractors and internal work efforts. Support the Field Observation performed in support of cell utilization effort.
Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering.
Prefer a Professional Engineer License or EIT with 8-10 years of experience.

Computer Skills

Utilize AutoCAD software and hardware to import, manage, and draft
Engineering modeling software as required.

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 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, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or 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 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Field Engineer

Department: Field Admin. 619
Reports To: Director of Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary
The Field Engineer will apply engineering knowledge and skills to engineering and construction projects at the WCS West Texas site. Assignments are broad in scope and require the use of independent judgment and initiative in making technical decisions. Examples of projects include the design and construction of roads, landfill design and operations, storm water control, rail line expansion and facility modifications. Projects encompass multiple disciplines, such as civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, hydraulic, and fire protection. The engineer oversees and reviews studies and design work performed by outside consultants. Work will be reviewed by the Engineering Manager and his designated project manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Performs construction observation and oversight to ensure projects are being constructed in accordance with drawings and specification; performs field survey work utilizing GPS, total station, and differential leveling equipment to determine precise locations and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for planning, design, and construction projects. Calculate landfill and stockpile volumes. Prepares and maintains site drawings of existing and planned facilities to ensure efficient placement and sizing of utilities and to prevent interferences between operations; prepares and updates as-built drawings of existing facilities; prepares conceptual plans, detailed plans, specifications, and estimates for site construction projects; prepares and controls project contract documents; performs quality assurance reviews.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience
Applicants with a variety of education and experience will be considered. Options include a Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university in civil or mechanical engineering or an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience. Prior work performing surveying and/or field engineering preferred but not required.

Computer Skills

Familiarity with AutoCAD – or similar programs for Drafting, Design, and import/export of field survey data
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

EIT – Engineer in Training or Certified Survey Technician 1 preferred

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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Shipper / Broker - Mobile, AL

Department: Project Operations – Major Projects
Reports To: WCS Project Manager
Location: Mobile, AL

Summary:
The Junior Shipper/Broker. The Shipper / Broker is a transportation professional that is fully qualified to characterize, package, mark, label and prepare documentation packages for LLRW and MLLW shipments from the project site to Waste Control Specialists (WCS) facilities in accordance with Department of Transportation and applicable state regulations, WCS Waste Acceptance Criteria, and project site policies & procedures.

The Shipper / Broker is assigned full-time in the field to coordinate transportation and disposal (T&D) services with the customer, and support T&D document preparation/distribution. This position will prepare all shipping paperwork, waste manifests and required quality documentation packages.

This position will also coordinate and manage shipments for disposal and may be required to track and manage trucks, intermodal containers, and railcars. This person will provide the customer with a consolidated and consistent daily approach to ensure all waste shipments are transported efficiently and safely.

The individual shall possess adequate training including applicable sections of Department of Transportation including 49 CFR 172 Appendix H, and other applicable training requirements for overseeing the management of hazardous materials. In addition, this person shall possess the required OSHA HAZWOPER training and medical monitoring commensurate with the full-time on-site role. This individual shall be considered a dedicated resource for the duration of the assigned project.

This position requires good oral and written communication skills. It also requires managerial and technical expertise in the areas of rail transportation, DOT, NRC, RCRA, OSHA, Project operations and waste disposal 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.

This person will maintain customer relations overview and design plans for executing project transportation and waste campaigns destined to WCS for disposal and/or treatment.

This position coordinates shipments with WCS personnel.

This position may be performed at the Enterprise, Mobile, AL Project. This position is directly reportable to the WCS Project Manager assigned by WCS Project Operations.

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

Conduct reviews of customer waste data for compliance with requirements for shipping and disposal site waste acceptance.
Visually inspect outgoing material and containers.
Verify the appropriate treatment, sampling, and analysis, and meets the criteria of the approved profile, WAC, NRC, and DOT requirements.
Properly characterize, classify, and profile the waste stream using approved and accepted industry standards.
Ensure that the selected packaging is appropriate for the waste/material being shipped.
Inspect package after initial loading and complete proper documentation for each package.
Ensure appropriate radiological surveys are completed for each package and shipment (radiation & contamination), to ensure that conditions meet requirements of DOT.
Assure that WCS can rely on all above representations made by the Generator or other contractors related to shipped material.
Establish a detailed communication approach with the WCS Special Project Manager, customer, and interface with WCS site Operations Managers.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may supervise other shipping personnel for certain transportation and logistics projects.

Education and/or Experience
This individual must have at least five (5) years of related waste management work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as state and federal regulations, 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. Have the ability to apply basic concepts of algebra, accounting and geometry.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully. An individual should have knowledge of Shipping Paper Software (e.g. RADMAN, LowTrack), ELITE, Development and Project Management Software, Internet, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge or ability in the following areas; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act(RCRA); Department of Transportation(DOT); Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC); Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ); Texas Administration Code(TAC); Understanding of Federal,State and Facility policies and regulations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be 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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Shipper / Broker - West Mifflin, PA

Department: Project Operations – Field Services – Major Projects
Reports To: Project Manager
Location: West Mifflin, PA

Summary
The Shipper / Broker is a transportation professional trained to 49 CFR 172 Appendix H. The Shipper / Broker is a transportation professional that is fully qualified to characterize, package, mark, label and prepare documentation packages for LLRW and MLLW shipments from the project site to Waste Control Specialists (WCS) facilities in accordance with Department of Transportation and applicable state regulations, WCS Waste Acceptance Criteria, and project site policies & procedures.

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.

This person will maintain customer relations overview and design plans for executing project transportation and waste campaigns destined to WCS for disposal and/or treatment.

This position coordinates shipments with WCS personnel.

This position may be performed at the Bettis Atomic Power Labs CXCY Demo Project. This position is directly reportable to the WCS Project Manager assigned by WCS Project Operations.

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

Conduct reviews of customer waste data for compliance with requirements for shipping and disposal site waste acceptance.
Visually inspect outgoing material and containers.
Verify the appropriate treatment, sampling, and analysis, and meets the criteria of the approved profile, WAC, NRC, and DOT requirements.
Properly characterize, classify, and profile the waste stream using approved and accepted industry standards.
Ensure that the selected packaging is appropriate for the waste/material being shipped.
Inspect package after initial loading and complete proper documentation for each package.
Ensure appropriate radiological surveys are completed for each package and shipment (radiation & contamination), to ensure that conditions meet requirements of DOT.
Assure that WCS can rely on all above representations made by the Generator or other contractors related to shipped material.
Establish a detailed communication approach with the WCS Special Project Manager, customer, and interface with WCS site Operations Managers.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may supervise other shipping personnel for certain transportation and logistics projects.

Education and/or Experience
This individual must have at least five (5) years of related waste management work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Maintenance Support Technician

Department: Maintenance
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Andrews, Tx Facility

Summary
The Maintenance Support Technician provides maintenance support of waste processing, storage, and disposal to support plan activities by performing the following duties and report to Facility, Electrical, and HE Supervisors to get the POD. While performing the duties of the 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:

Lubricating moving parts to ensure smooth operation and prevent wear and tear.
Follow safety protocols and guidelines while working with lubricants and greases to mitigate potential hazards.
Keep accurate records of lubricant activities, including the type and quantities used, maintenance performed, and any issues encountered.
Monitor and inspecting equipment for any signs of wear, damage, or malfunction that may require immediate attention.
A good driving record must be maintained to be able to drive to various locations outside of the WCS Facility and pick up parts needed for site maintenance.
The ability to understand what parts are being requested and the knowledge to find the right vendor when needed.
To be able to provide escort duty when needed.
The understanding of inventory control and the ability to shelf items where needed and provide inventory counts.
To provide support for all departments during PM events.
Train to support Fire Watch.
Maintain Site Suburban.
Deliver Company Vehicles for State inspections.
Work hand in hand with Planner/Schedulers to have parts available when jobs arise.
Performs other related work activities as required.

Supervisor Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and /or Experience
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED): Two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 per 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.

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, 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 the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While perform the duties of the, 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 the 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 to loud.

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Special Projects Manager - Field Services Group

Reports To: VP Field Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Remote

Summary
Manages all aspects of complex projects from inception to conclusion.

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

Assist Business Development group with market insights and initiatives
Provide Nuclear power plant operational understanding, D&D and waste management strategies to develop and implement WCS service offering
Support waste management services during Projects and NPP decommissioning
Facilitate/perform characterization of nuclear waste
Perform DOT and NRC waste package evaluations and plans
Provided advanced informational systems development and implementation for various technical aspects of the waste services

Specific Responsibilities

Project and D&D Waste Management Technical Support (characterization support/overview, waste flow management, packaging plans, etc.)
Large Components Projects Technical Support (transportation, characterization support, etc.)
Understand and run advanced computational analysis and programs
ELITE or other information system tools development or enhancements (Customer experience enhancements)
D&D planning support
Remote and customer site shipping support
Support/initiate waste characterization analysis and studies
Support/initiate waste transportation analysis and plans
Participate in customer sales calls and meetings
Contribute to developing service definition to various customers
Participate/lead/conduct waste service coordination at customer facilities
Ensure quality and effective communication with customers and WCS functional departments
Maintain up to date industry understanding
Provide high quality technical and management reports

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
Master’s degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations 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, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet software, information systems tools, and inventory software.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use arms, hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or Ladder and stair climbing will be required. 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 use of a respirator may be necessary in certain circumstances. Workdays may vary in length from 10 to 16 hours per day contingent on weekly fatigue limits.

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 will be quiet to moderate but can be very loud during demolition activities.
The industrial working conditions at a decommissioning site change frequently and typically involve heavy equipment and power tools. The working environment during Demolition activities can create dust, loud noises, trip and fall hazards, and other safety concerns (e.g., falling object). Field temperatures can vary greatly. These work environments require the use of hard hats, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, fall protection, and other safety equipment as specified for the work being performed.

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Operator

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.

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.

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 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, 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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