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Waste Control Specialists currently has 170+ employees in Texas, New Mexico, and across the US supporting our client sites, and are still growing. Learn how you can become part of our team and check out our unmatched 100% employer-paid health benefits, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, 4-10 operations schedule, employee assistance program, mentorship and succession development program, and many more benefits.
Company Benefits:
- Medical (100% company paid)
- Short-term Disability (100% company paid)
- Long-term Disability (100% company paid)
- Group Term Life (1x annual salary-100% company paid)
- Teledoc (video call with physician)
- Dental (100% company paid)
- Flexible Spending Account
- RX Discounts ($8/$15/$30 max out of pocket)
- 401k Company Match (up to 3%)
- Company-wide closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Recognition Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program (Degree/Higher Learning)
- Employee Assistance Program (100% company paid
Current Job Openings
Department: Health and Safety
Reports To: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Andrews, Tx Worksite Facility
Summary
Performs safety and health activities to evaluate and control safety hazards by performing the duties below. This position reports directly to the Health and Safety Manager. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.
Essential duties and Responsibilities include the following and any other duties as assigned.
- Identify potential causes for accidents and recommend changes in policies and procedures.
- Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training and behavior-based safety to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
- Oversee field activities and monitor for safety violations. Intervene and pause/stop work as necessary.
- Maintain and calibrate safety instruments.
- Clean, inspect and repair respirators/SCBA equipment.
- Coordinate distribution of PPE.
- Conducts respirator fit tests.
- Facilitate hearing tests.
- Maintain inventory on safety and emergency response supplies/equipment.
- Performs facility inspections of fire systems and fire extinguishers.
- Other duties as assigned.
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 and experience per the hiring manager.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write professional correspondence that may be read by all levels of management. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Able to present safety topics with little to no notice.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; sit; climb or balance; talk or hear and smell. The employee is required to wear respiratory protection and personal protective equipment including hand, foot and body. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Natural balance is sufficient for standing on ladders or scaffolding.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described her are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; hot and cold weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Department: Field Services – Transportation
Reports To: Director of Transportation & Logistics
Location: Remote
Summary
Leads WCS’s internal rail logistics function, serving as the company’s primary point of contact for Class I and short-line railroad relationships, contracts, and pricing as WCS expands rail transportation of hazardous, mixed, and low-level radioactive waste shipments. Responsible for rail fleet planning, budgeting, and using WCS’s rail capabilities as a strategic and competitive advantage.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the phased development and expansion of WCS’s internal rail logistics capability, including transition planning from third party providers, operational readiness, performance evaluation, and future transportation corridor expansion recommendations.
- Maintain third-party capacity for ongoing work and for projects.
- Develop, negotiate, and execute rail transportation agreements, operating agreements, and commercial arrangements with Class I and short-line railroads for WCS transportation corridors.
- Manage relationships, contracts and negotiations with 3rd party rail logistics providers.
- Develop and execute WCS’s rail fleet plan — railcar type, quantity, and sourcing strategy across short-, medium-, and long-term lease and purchase terms.
- Own the annual rail logistics budget and forecast; report performance against budget to WCS leadership.
- Develop, monitor, and track key performance metrics (on-time performance, dwell time, cost per shipment, fleet utilization) to optimize rail logistics performance.
- Coordinate with DOE sites, commercial customers, project managers, operations, regulatory affairs, and transportation personnel to ensure successful shipment execution.
- Coordinate rail receipts and pick-ups with the Sr. Transportation Coordinator and site operations staff.
- Ensure all rail logistics activities comply with FRA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements, and with WCS safety policies and procedures.
- Actively participate with WCS leadership to use rail capability strategically to win new business and support the company’s position as a destination facility.
- Respond to rail-related incidents or service disruptions; identify, report, and investigate as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in rail freight logistics, including direct experience working with Class I railroads.
- Demonstrated experience with rail contract negotiation, budgeting, and fleet/equipment structuring.
- Knowledgeable in FRA, DOT, and other logistics-related regulatory requirements.
- Experience in the hazardous or radioactive waste management industry is desirable but not required.
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.
Personal Attributes
- Health and Safety conscious
- Detail oriented, with strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screen
Language Skills
- Negotiate effectively with railroads and equipment providers; present information to groups of managers and employees.
- Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, contracts, and governmental regulations.
- Write clear emails, reports, procedures, and instructions.
Mathematical Skills
- Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, averages, and ratios to practical situations.
- Understanding of mathematical concepts such as geometry, trigonometry, 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.
Computer Skills
- Use email, word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Proficiency with transportation/logistics management (TMS) and railcar tracking software.
- Conduct internet research; use web-based company databases and resources.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, use hands, talk, and hear, and occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel to railroad offices, equipment lessors, and shipment-origin sites is required, including occasional overnight travel.
Work Environment
Primarily an office environment, with periodic travel to railroad offices, equipment lessors, and shipment-origin sites. The employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits, and occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions and heavy equipment noise when on-site at rail facilities.
Department: Maintenance
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Andrews, Tx Facility
Summary
The Maintenance Support Technician provides maintenance support of waste processing, storage, and disposal to support plan activities by performing the following duties and report to Facility, Electrical, and HE Supervisors to get the POD. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low AS is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.
Essential duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Lubricating moving parts to ensure smooth operation and prevent wear and tear.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines while working with lubricants and greases to mitigate potential hazards.
- Keep accurate records of lubricant activities, including the type and quantities used, maintenance performed, and any issues encountered.
- Monitor and inspecting equipment for any signs of wear, damage, or malfunction that may require immediate attention.
- A good driving record must be maintained to be able to drive to various locations outside of the WCS Facility and pick up parts needed for site maintenance.
- The ability to understand what parts are being requested and the knowledge to find the right vendor when needed.
- To be able to provide escort duty when needed.
- The understanding of inventory control and the ability to shelf items where needed and provide inventory counts.
- To provide support for all departments during PM events.
- Train to support Fire Watch.
- Maintain Site Suburban.
- Deliver Company Vehicles for State inspections.
- Work hand in hand with Planner/Schedulers to have parts available when jobs arise.
- Performs other related work activities as required.
Supervisor Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
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 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple work instructions, short correspondence, and memos in the English language. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, compute rate, ratio and per to support planning and estimating. Familiar with standard and metric measurement systems.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word processing software.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While perform the duties of the, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; vibration; risk of electrical shock; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Reports To: VP Field Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Remote
Summary
Manages all aspects of complex projects from inception to conclusion.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist Business Development group with market insights and initiatives
- Provide Nuclear power plant operational understanding, D&D and waste management strategies to develop and implement WCS service offering
- Support waste management services during Projects and NPP decommissioning
- Facilitate/perform characterization of nuclear waste
- Perform DOT and NRC waste package evaluations and plans
- Provided advanced informational systems development and implementation for various technical aspects of the waste services
Specific Responsibilities
- Project and D&D Waste Management Technical Support (characterization support/overview, waste flow management, packaging plans, etc.)
- Large Components Projects Technical Support (transportation, characterization support, etc.)
- Understand and run advanced computational analysis and programs
- ELITE or other information system tools development or enhancements (Customer experience enhancements)
- D&D planning support
- Remote and customer site shipping support
- Support/initiate waste characterization analysis and studies
- Support/initiate waste transportation analysis and plans
- Participate in customer sales calls and meetings
- Contribute to developing service definition to various customers
- Participate/lead/conduct waste service coordination at customer facilities
- Ensure quality and effective communication with customers and WCS functional departments
- Maintain up to date industry understanding
- Provide high quality technical and management reports
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Master’s degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
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 advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet software, information systems tools, and inventory software.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
- Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
- Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
- Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
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 arms, hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or Ladder and stair climbing will be required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The use of a respirator may be necessary in certain circumstances. Workdays may vary in length from 10 to 16 hours per day contingent on weekly fatigue limits.
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 will be quiet to moderate but can be very loud during demolition activities.
- The industrial working conditions at a decommissioning site change frequently and typically involve heavy equipment and power tools. The working environment during Demolition activities can create dust, loud noises, trip and fall hazards, and other safety concerns (e.g., falling object). Field temperatures can vary greatly. These work environments require the use of hard hats, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, fall protection, and other safety equipment as specified for the work being performed.
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.