What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radioactive Waste Specialist position at triumvirateenvironmental?
Radioactive Waste Specialist
Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking a Radioactive Waste Specialist for one of our large clients in Indianapolis, IN.
Triumvirate Environmental provides leading organizations in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors with diverse services and expertise to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate Environmental, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity.
This position reports to the Operations Manager. This role is onsite at our client location.
Responsibilities:
- Technical:
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality
- Flexibility with working schedule as start and end times may vary
- Developing a strong working knowledge local site requirements and state and local regulations
- Assist EHS team as requested
- Participate in Rad focused training and development
- Hands-on:
- Handle chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers
- Handle low level radioactive waste
- Utilize a Geiger counter as well as other tools to assess levels of radiation in industrial waste streams
- Perform onsite waste management routine & regulatory inspections
- Prepare and manage routine waste shipments including creating all transportation documents as required by regulations
- Willingness to wear a respirator when necessary
- Customer Service:
- Provide clients with high-quality and professional customer service
- Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives
- Support our on-site Emergency Response during working hours
Basic Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of, or interest in, hazardous waste field
- Self-motivated person with the desire to learn
- Ability work independently
- Successful completion of OSHA/DOT physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship
- Must have a reliable form of transportation
- Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC)
- Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
- Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to work overtime on a regular basis
- Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday)
- Availability to work weekends as needed
The Radioactive Waste Specialist frequently handles radioactive, hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive.
Preferred Requirements:
- Prior relevant industry experience
- Active HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification
- Class C driver's license is a plus
- Willingness to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
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Besides Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, we contribute to a 401k, offer a generous tuition reimbursement program, TONS of safety training for some positions with opportunities for external trainings and certifications, Mentorship & Career Succession Planning, Relocation Opportunities, Auto/Home insurance discounts, pet assistance discount plans, discounted movie passes & more!
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Triumvirate Environmental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), Triumvirate does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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