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:

  • Ten paid holidays per year
  • 17 to 22 days of PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health & Dental Plan (PPO)
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Plan
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Current Job Openings

Date posted: Sepember 20, 2023

Department: Information Technology-NorthStar
Location: Andrews, Tx Facility

Technical Support Specialists provide technical assistance to staff within their company or to outside customers from a help desk or over the phone in a call center. In addition to responding to help requests from staff members or clients, they are responsible for maintaining all systems and hardware.

This maintenance includes checking and running reports on the status of systems and hardware, installing and configuring new systems, replacing malfunctioning or damaged hardware, and troubleshooting software. They are also responsible for testing, assessing, and learning about updates and new technology.

Technical Support Specialists work in a fast-paced environment, using their experience in computer and information systems and in customer service management to provide support to others in a timely manner. They are depended on for their in-depth knowledge of computer hardware and systems to ensure that company IT systems run efficiently.

  • Install and configure new technology to be used by the company, such as hardware, operating systems, networks, security camera system, keycard entry system, wireless network, radiological Instrumentation, and programs or applications.
  • Give regular maintenance to existing hardware and computer systems.
  • Assist company staff or clients with technology-related issues.
  • Troubleshoot systems and applications by running diagnostics on malfunctioning hardware or software, finding solutions for any issue, and implementing them.
  • Replace damaged or malfunctioning parts on hardware when necessary.
  • Order new parts when out of stock.
  • Write reports on the status of all hardware and software in the company.
  • Implement and assist in the rollout of new applications or operating systems.
  • Learn about any new applications or operating systems, running tests before implementing them in all systems.
  • Evaluate new applications or operating systems, and install them on all systems in the company.
  • Set up profiles and emails, issue access credentials for new employees, and assist them in all password-related issues.
  • Run security checks on all systems.
  • Conduct electrical safety tests on all systems and Uninterruptable Power Supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The 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 three (3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience per the hiring manager.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write 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 calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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

Other Skills and Abilities
Must possess strong organization skills and highly developed verbal and written communication skills including composition and grammar. Must possess the ability to work with senior managers to develop complex documents in a time constrained environment. Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented, interpret requirements, utilize Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software programs. Must have knowledge of conventional administrative practices. Must be able to multi-task.

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 occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel 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 focus. This is a fast paced position.

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 quiet.

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Date posted: Sepember 20, 2023

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

Summary
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in operations of the facility and rail operation personnel in the use, safety procedures and operation of heavy equipment 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.

  • Directs subordinate employees in the Operations Department in projects.
  • Conducts daily pre-job briefings with crew; including support organization personnel.
  • Inspects work areas to determine type of work required, materials needed and equipment to be used.
  • Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
  • Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work related goals.
  • Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
  • Studies production schedules and estimates person-hour requirements for completion of jobs assigned.
  • Interprets company policies and job orders to workers and enforces safety regulations.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of production.
  • Analyzes and resolves work issues or assists employees in problem solving.
  • Maintains time and production records.
  • Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual department.
  • Performs activities of workers supervised.
  • Documents completion and status of all work activities in the appropriate work order and/or daily operations report.
  • Performs departmental training required for employees.
  • Performs Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for routine operation.
  • Assists in development of Work Instructions, Procedures, Cost Models and other job-related document.
  • 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.
  • Organize and plan all rail interchanges
  • Directly work with the Transportation Coordinator on rail inventory
  • Plan rail off loads, and disposals.
  • Coordinate rail and line maintenance
  • Coordinate locomotive maintenance.
  • Interact with the RR on to ensure compliance with all rail equipment requirements.
  • Coordinate FRA site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises employees in the Operations Department and has 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Associates 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. Applicant will also need to be a qualified track inspector, minimum of two years rail experience, RCO qualified, and fluent with GCOR.

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 percent

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 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 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

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 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 representative of a construction site.,

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Date posted: Sepember 19, 2023

Department: Operations
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
At the direction of the Supervisor the Lead Operator assists in leading and coordinating activities of workers engaged in operations of the facility and trains operation personnel in the use, safety procedures and operation of heavy equipment or waste processing. Directly reports to 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.

  • Leads employees in the Operations Department in projects.
  • Inspects work areas to determine type of work required, materials needed and equipment to be used.
  • Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
  • Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work related goals.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of production.
  • Assists the Supervisor in analyzing and resolving work issues and assists employees in problem solving.
  • Confers with supervisor to coordinate activities of individual department.
  • Performs activities of workers supervised.
  • Documents completion and status of all work activities in the appropriate work order and/or daily operations report.
  • Assists in performing departmental training required for employees.
  • 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.
  • 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 collect 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.

Lead Operator Responsibilities
Leads employees at the direction of the Operations Supervisor and has responsibility in the field for carrying out operational activities for their assigned area. At the direction of the Supervisor carries out lead responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable law. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work.

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
Associates 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 Abilities
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 percent.

Reasoning Abilities
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.

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 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

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 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 representative of a construction site.

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Date posted: August 28, 2023

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 and 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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Date posted: August 28, 2023

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

Summary
As a key position in the Radiation Safety Department (RSD) this position is responsible for general Health Physicist data review, validation, tracking, trending, and reporting duties for RSD with the Health Physicist concurrence/approval. 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.

  • Approval for Routine, Job coverage, and Lapel air samples via EMRS system
  • Air Sample dose assignments and documentation as applicable based on a set of given conditions.
  • Compiling and trending of various radiological data, including:
    • Environmental
    • Occupational
  • Managing the Performance Indicator Reports for occupational and environmental data.
  • Issuing bioassays based on License requirements and as directed by the internal dosimeters.
  • Performing the initial data validation on bioassay data.
  • Assisting with the REMP:
    • REMP Compliance/Tracking
    • REMP results Management/ Importation of REMP/RACER Database
    • Compiling monthly REMP reporting in the Performance Indicator Report
    • Compiling and review of Semi-Annual REMP reports
    • Compiling and review of Annual REMP reports
    • Initial Radiological Environmental Data package Validation
    • Initial Radiological Effluent Data package Validation
    • Assisting with formulating IL/AL  exceedance letters and follow up Investigation letters to the TCEQ
    • Tracking of radiological discharges to POTW
    • Tracking of radiological discharges to TPDES permits
  • Reviewing and editing various reports, letters, and procedures as needed by supervision/management
  • Assisting the Rad Safety Administrative Specialist as needed.
  • Applies and reinforces the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each 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 one year documented experience in a progressive office environment and/or as the Radiation Safety Administrative Specialist; and documented experience and/or training in various office/data management software; or combination of education and experience per the discretion of the hiring manager.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write 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 calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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

Other Skills and Abilities
Must possess strong organization skills and highly developed verbal and written communication skills including composition and grammar. Must possess the ability to work with senior managers to develop complex documents in a time constrained environment. Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented, interpret requirements, utilize Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software programs. Must have knowledge of conventional administrative practices. Must be able to multi-task.

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 occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel 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 focus. This is a fast paced position.

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 quiet.

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Date posted: August 28, 2023

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Project Engineering Manager
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
The Engineering Technician will be involved in planning and execution for efficient utilization of the disposal cells at the WCS West Texas site. Work will involve evaluation of anticipated shipments and development of an optimal disposal plan for current and future waste shipments. The Engineering Technician will coordinate with WCS Operations to adjust and implement disposal plans daily. Work will be reviewed by the Engineering Manager and his designated project manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work with the Project Engineering Manager to develop the disposal plan for anticipated shipments.
  • Coordinate with WCS Operations on daily disposals
  • Assist Project Engineering Manager in implementing the disposal plan in the field.
  • Assist operations with any cell prep work that is needed based on the disposal plan.
  • Track all new disposals in the Compact Waste Facility (CWF) and the Federal Waste Facility (FWF).
  • Send coordinates of disposals to Inventory Control.
  • Attend daily morning meetings with Operations.
  • Compiles data, computes quantities, and prepares drawings and sketches.
  • Develops layouts, plans, sections, elevations, and details as necessary for fabrication and construction.
  • Ability to read orthographic (2D) and/or isometric (3D) designs and supplier/manufacturer drawings.
  • Keeps accurate notes, records and sketches and coordinates findings with engineers, clients, and other project stakeholders.
  • Assists with design schedules and ensures adherence to them.
  • Addresses technical questions associated with engineering design of projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

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 Completion a minimum. Two-year technical degree in engineering, construction, surveying or similar field.  Two years of workplace experience.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a technical expertise and knowledge of engineering software (e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, Civil3D)

Physical Demand
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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Date posted: August 25, 2023

Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Site General Manager
Location: WCS Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary

The WCS Maintenance Manager is responsible for managing the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment, mobile heavy equipment and oversight of staff. The primary objective is to provide functional and safe equipment and facilities for use by operations. To be successful in this role, you must be detail oriented, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently and independently to meet crucial deadlines. A typical work schedule is 45-55 hours per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage the maintenance and repair of all WCS equipment and facilities and mobile heavy equipment.
  • Communicate with WCS operations managers to schedule and manage equipment repairs, maintenance outages, and other issues.
  • Responsible for a full-time workforce of about 15 employees and a multi-million-dollar annual budget.
  • Direct supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing maintenance.
  • Ensure that all maintenance activities are conducted safely and in compliance with WCS safety policies and WCS procedures and processes.
  • Set goals and metrics to eliminate equipment downtime.
  • Select and implement a new Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Document maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities in the CMMS.
  • Track equipment usage, maintenance, repairs and reports costs and trends. Track equipment reliability and quality throughout the product’s lifetime and determine time for equipment replacement.
  • Participate in specification and design review of new equipment and facilities.
  • Initiate purchase requisitions and approve invoices.
  • Locate and source new, used, and rental equipment and vendors.
  • Procure tools, equipment, and materials as needed to meet work schedules.
  • Perform audits and inspections to ensure proper equipment condition and operation. Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications.
  • Develop annual budgets and manage activities to operate within the budgets. Manage costs to achieve additional savings where possible. Develop multi-year CAPEX budgets.
  • Interview, hire, train, develop, and maintain a qualified and effective workforce; plan, assign, and direct work; evaluate performance, provide feedback and coaching, and initiate rewards and discipline; address employee complaints and resolve personnel issues.
  • Other work activities as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

  • Minimum of High School graduate or GED, additional education and training are desirable.
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment, electrical equipment, building systems, and instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of maintenance management systems, facility management and utility infrastructure.
  • Experience as a Maintenance Manager responsible for 30+ pieces of heavy equipment
  • Experience with management of facilities and associated equipment
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with industrial safety
  • Minimum 5 years of supervisory/managerial experience, including responsibility for cost management.

Computer Skills

  • Experience with implementation and use of CMMS software
  • Experience with equipment telematics such as Vision Link (CAT) and Komtrax (Komatsu)
  • Proficient use of email, word processing and spreadsheet software.
  • Able to conduct internet research to find necessary information.
  • Able to use web-based company databases and IT resources.

Waste Control Specialists provides Hazardous and Radioactive Waste Management throughout the United States. We are an industry leader in safety culture and offer competitive benefits including:

  • Competitive pay
  • PTO
  • Health insurance
  • Dental & Vision
  • 401K
  • Internal Advancement Opportunities

The following personal attributes and skills are necessary to meet the requirements of the position.

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

Personal Attributes
Health and Safety conscious
Detail oriented
Strong leadership skills
Able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screen

Language Skills
Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Write clear emails, reports, procedures, and instructions.
Verbally present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, averages, and ratios to practical situations.
Understanding of mathematical concepts such as algebra, geometry, and probability.

Reasoning Ability 
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in non-standard situations.
Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demand
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, use hands, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift 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 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.

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Date posted: August 18, 2023

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

Summary
Manages complex laboratory functions and analysis relating to the operations of the WCS West Texas facility. Reports directly to the Facility Manager. May be exposed to radiation within occupational limits.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Manages Laboratory employees.
  • Periodically review analytical information from all laboratory personnel for technical correctness and compliance.
  • Assists the Facility Manager in formulating waste acceptance and characterization guidance.
  • Assures that all waste received at the facility is in compliance with permits and the Land Disposal Restrictions Program.
  • Advises and consults with interdepartmental management regarding laboratory support including, but not limited to sample identification, waste stabilization, characterization, various chemical analysis, weekly sampling and processing waste.
  • Supervises laboratory programs.
  • Operates the Analytical Laboratory of the facility.
  • Conducts oversight of all analysis performed in conjunction with the Waste Analysis Plan for the facility.
  • Secures competent off-site analytical services where necessary.
  • Assures all samples of waste or media taken under the Waste Analysis Plan utilize proper protocols and that all laboratory wastes are managed properly.
  • Ensures the maintenance of all Laboratory equipment.
  • Implements Quality Controls and Quality Assurance programs for the lab.
  • Acts as a mentor for all laboratory employees.
  • Performs other related work activities as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises employees in the Laboratory Department. 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
Bachelor of Science degree(B.S.) in Chemistry, or a related field of study from an accredited college or university and four years of related experience working in a Chemical Analysis Laboratory, including a minimum of two years’ experience supervising Laboratory personnel.

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability 
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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

Physical Demand
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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. 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 frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation exposure within occupational limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Date posted: August 18, 2023

Department: Operations
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
At the direction of the Supervisor the Lead Operator assists in leading and coordinating activities of workers engaged in operations of the facility and trains operation personnel in the use, safety procedures and operation of heavy equipment or waste processing. Directly reports to 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:

  • Leads employees in the Operations Department in projects.
  • Inspects work areas to determine type of work required, materials needed and equipment to be used.
  • Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
  • Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work related goals.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of production.
  • Assists the Supervisor in analyzing and resolving work issues and assists employees in problem solving.
  • Confers with supervisor to coordinate activities of individual department.
  • Performs activities of workers supervised.
  • Documents completion and status of all work activities in the appropriate work order and/or daily operations report.
  • Assists in performing departmental training required for employees.
  • 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.
  • 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 collect 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.

Lead Operator Responsibilities
Leads employees at the direction of the Operations Supervisor and has responsibility in the field for carrying out operational activities for their assigned area. At the direction of the Supervisor carries out lead responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable law. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work.

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
Associates 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 percent

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.

Physical Demand
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 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

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 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 representative of a construction site.

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Date posted: August 18, 2023

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

Summary
The facility maintenance technician provides maintenance support of waste processing, storage, and disposal to support plant activities by performing the following duties and reports directly to the Maintenance 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:

  • Maintains and repairs physical structures of buildings to include plumbing and HVAC.
  • Maintains grounds of the entire facility.
  • Receives work orders or verbal instructions from the Facility Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager
  • Inspects and checks materials and other factors assuring conformity to plans and specifications.
  • Cleans vehicles, heavy equipment, motors and other equipment.
  • Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance as assigned.
  • Maintains a detailed account of all work performed with site tools for audit purposes.
  • 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
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); No experience required

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.

Physical Demand
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 is required to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis 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.

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 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 to loud.

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Date posted: July 14, 2023

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 include the following:

  • 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 efforts

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

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering.
  • Prefer a Professional Engineer License or EIT with 4 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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Date posted: May 26, 2023

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.

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. Familiar with standard and metric measurement systems.

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.

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.

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 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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Date posted: April 28, 2023

Reports To: Radiation Safety Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Location: Andrews, Texas Worksite Facility

Summary
Performs work in specialized field of Radiation Safety. Works under the general supervision of the Radiation Safety Manager. Will perform All RST tasks, including but not limited to: count room operations involving smear and air sampling analysis for gross counts, daily source and response checks of hand held instruments, airborne radiological sampling, work coverage contamination and radiation surveys, and documentation for contaminated individual surveys. On 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.

  • Monitors intensity of radiation levels in the environment and workplace to determine the types of potential radiation hazards.
  • Performs radiation surveys by collecting and processing samples of air, soil, water, vegetation, and other environmental media to determine concentration of radioactivity.
  • Recommends to qualified radiation workers the appropriate monitoring devices, protective equipment, and stay time when working in restricted areas.
  • Collects and analyzes personnel monitoring equipment and radiation recording instruments for inclusion in summary reports.
  • Issues, collects, and ships bioassay kits to offsite laboratory for analysis.
  • Performs smear surveys of suspected contaminated area by wiping floor with smear and counting smear with field instrument and/or count room instrument to obtain contamination counts.
  • Informs supervisors when individual exposures and area radiation levels approach maximum permissible limits.
  • Recommends work stoppage in unsafe areas, posts warning signs, and ropes off contained areas.
  • Calculates amount of time employee may be exposed safely to radiation in restricted areas, taking into account contamination counts and health physicist’s determination concerning exposure limits of personnel.
  • Instructs personnel in radiation safety procedures and demonstrates use of protective clothing and equipment.
  • Monitors time and intensity of exposure of personnel working in radiation waste disposal areas.
  • Inspects shipments for contamination and tags shipments in which radiation count exceeds specifications.
  • Logs data such as status of areas being decontaminated, rate of radiation exposure to personnel, and location and intensity of radioactivity in contaminated areas.
  • Tests detection instruments against standards to ensure their accuracy.
  • Ensures the company’s radiation protection standards are in accordance with federal, state, and industry programs, including maintaining records and data as required.

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.

Education and/or Experience
Associates degree in Health Physics/Radiation Safety Technology, Physical Science, or a related technical field, or minimum of fifty (50) hours of related study and minimum one to five+ years’ experience in Radiation Protection, Environmental Monitoring, Industrial/Occupational safety, Radiological Instrumentation or combination of education and experience per the discretion of the hiring manager.

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

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 Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Physical Demands
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.

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Date posted: April 28, 2023

Reports To: Radiation Safety Manager
Location: Andrews or Dallas, Tx

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 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.
  • Use of Microsoft computer software, knowledge, and use of databases.
  • Knowledge in the use of modeling tools such as MicroShield, Skyshine, RESRAD, CAP88, Hotspot Scale, and MCNP.
  • Written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others 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
Degree in Health Physics or Nuclear Engineering OR (B) Certified Health Physicist (CHP) OR (C) 3 years or more 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 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 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
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software and Microsoft Access.

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; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. 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 quiet to moderate.

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Date posted: March 23, 2023

Department: Operations-CPF
Reports to: CPF Manager
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Assist the Concrete Precast Facility Manager in the construction of a verity of Modular Concrete Canisters (MCC), erection, repair and modification of precast concrete structures; work with wood, metal and/or concrete materials using a variety of hand and power tools. 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:

  • Preparing the worksite, assembling concrete forms.
    Bending, forming, tying and installing rebar as illustrated in plans or as directed by Manager.
  • Align and brace portions of project assembly, use tape measure or laser sights.
  • Installs outside and inside wall panels using physical strength or if necessary pneumatic hoist, insert pins or wall ties.
  • Patch holes, cracks and joints in assembled sections using mortar and trowel, or necessary tools.
  • Fill forms or panels with concrete and vibrate, screed, trowel, or prepare surface, to ensure proper concrete settling and surfacing or as described in specifications.
  • Work in all types of weather conditions and in all types of environmental conditions such as dirt, mud, and concrete.
  • Loads and unloads transport trucks.
  • General labor including; housekeeping, general maintenance, and assisting other departments as required;
    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
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); Two (2) years of heavy equipment 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 to 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.

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 Internet software and Inventory software

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented, interpret requirements, take dictation and transcribe highly technical information,  mentor co-workers, coordinate interdepartmental activities as a team player, follow complex instructions, type at a minimum speed of 50 WPM, utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook software programs and operate imaging scanning equipment. Must have knowledge of conventional administrative practices.  Must possess strong organizational skills and highly developed verbal and written communication skills including composition and grammar.

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 may be required to wear respiratory protection 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.

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 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.

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Department: Waste Acceptance
FLSA Status: Exempt
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 include the following:

  • Daily review of all shipping paperwork to ensure compliance with DOT, IATA and NRC requirements for safe transport of all waste in certified containers.
  • Assists Customer Service representatives in resolving discrepancies and inadequacies.
  • Acts as mediator and facilitator between customers and inventory shipments.
  • Plans activities relating to the characterization and transportation of radioactive/mixed waste and hazardous/non-hazardous waste to and from the facility.
  • Conducts a weekly review of scheduled loads.
  • Maintains an accurate inventory of on-site waste.
  • Ensures inventory stays in compliance with all federal and state permits, licenses, and regulations. Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The 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
Bachelor’s degree (B.S) preferred, two years environmental waste experience a plus. or an 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 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; Project Management 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); Department of Transportation(DOT); Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ); Texas Administration Code(TAC); 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.

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 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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Department: Operations Support
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Andrews, Texas Facility

Summary
This position is responsible for performing all necessary daily janitorial tasks as required at TSDF and LLRW facilities. Will report to Janitorial Supervisor.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms daily using established practices and procedure. Includes toilets, urinals, sinks, fixtures, floors, lockers etc.
  • Clean , dust, and wipe furniture daily; sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum floors daily and general spot cleaning; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers daily; refill restroom dispensers as needed.
  • Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, and
  • Shampoo carpets as needed.
  • Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds.
  • Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
  • Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and paper goods.
  • Must pay attention to detail, must be able to speak, read and write in English.
  • Perform related duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities
The job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have knowledge of cleaning solutions and janitorial equipment, ability to bend, stoop, and reach. Must work with and around chemical cleaning compounds, and operate powered equipment normally found in janitorial operations. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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 equivalent, 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 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 and decimals.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

While performing the duties to this job the employee may occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals and low level noise exposure from cleaning equipment.

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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.

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.

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 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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