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OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Waste Coordinator III-IV to contribute to our mission supporting our work at United Cleanup of Oak Ridge (UCOR) in Oak Ridge, TN.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Waste Coordinator job family serves as the technical lead for Waste Programs at their assigned facilities/projects and acts as the point of contact for waste generators.

·         Coordinates resources with the generator for the management of waste. 

·         Acts as single point of contact for waste identification/characterization of planned waste. 

·         Identifies discrete waste streams for segregation by waste profile. 

·         Links the waste stream to a disposition profile in eMWaste. 

·         Assists in waste generation forecasting. 

·         Participates in facility audits and/or walk downs of WMAs. 

·         Manages all WM activities within the WMAs. 

·         Manages CERCLA WMAs. 

·         Notifies the Facility Manager of planned changes in waste-related operations. 

·         Obtains concurrence from the Facility Manager for all WMA activities that could affect the authorization basis or adversely affect the functionality of a facility. 

·         Ensures WM personnel work within WMAs is performed safely, per approved procedures, within the safety documentation envelope, and in accordance with work control processes specified by facility management.

·         Notifies both the WGS Manager and the Facility Manager in the event of an incident or emergency.

·         Provides day-to-day oversight of assigned WGS Waste Technical Support Specialist (WTSS). 

·         Ensures Program Waste Certification requirements are implemented. 

·         Ensures Waste Certification requirements required by the NNSS are implemented. 

·         Ensures Waste Certification requirements (i.e., package contains no anomalous or prohibited items) are implemented.

·         Assists or completes and submits the land disposal restriction (LDR) notifications to the Waste Disposition Specialist (WDS).

·         Performs self-assessments and routine inspections of WGS activities and facilities. 

·         Ensures WGS waste management activities are included in the facility plan of the week (POW)/plan of the day (POD) and ensures WGS is represented at the facility POW/POD meetings. 

·         Reviews work packages for waste generation and WM activities. 

·         Approves hazardous waste determinations. 

·         WHEN an inventoried chemical is shipped for disposal. THEN notify the Chemical Services Coordinator.

·         Oversees the timely development of generator waste characterization documentation. 

·         Enables effective coordination/communications regarding program requirements.

LEVEL SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Provide technical support for waste generators to develop waste profiles.

·         Assist with waste characterization as requested.

·         Provide field guidance on how to implement waste disposition procedural requirements

·         Assure waste storage areas are being properly maintained by the waste generators

·         Identify waste generation volumes.

·         Provide liaison support between field and waste programs.

·         Review of existing waste characterization data 

·         Assist waste generator with waste profile development.

·         Coordinate waste profile approval. 

·         Validate waste containers meet specifications. 

·         Verify waste requires treatment or can be direct disposed 

·         Coordinate with Waste Transportation Specialist and assist Waste Generator with any waste management related issues 

·         Assures waste storage areas are being inspected as required. 

·         Monitor field operations to determine the amount of waste to be generated by the project and during what timeframe 

·         Interface with disposal facility on clarification on waste profile information as necessary 

·         Support field operations in maintaining compliance to waste disposition procedural requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work-related experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Entry-Level Requirements: - Technical expert in waste management subject matter area by training and qualifications specified in this TPD.

·         Extensive knowledge of waste management processes and requirements.

·         Advanced knowledge of DOT regulations.

·         Comprehensive training and understanding of regulations and standards applicable to waste management and transportation applicable to DOE-EM operations (e.g.; CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, OSHA, DOE Orders, TSDRF Waste Acceptance Criteria).

·         Working knowledge of radioactive and hazardous waste characterization and management.

·         Excellent management and supervision skills

·         Technical competence in managing and shipping hazardous and radioactive waste in compliance with applicable standards and regulations including; DOE Order 435.1, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, DOT, and in accordance with common DOE TSDRE Waste Acceptance Criteria

·         Proficiency in oral and written communication 

·         Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·         Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements,

·         Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

LOCATION

·         This position is on-site at UCOR work locations in Oak Ridge, TN.

·         No per-diem for these roles but relocation can be considered.