Careers | Waste Control Specialists

Waste Control Specialists is proud to work alongside the Andrews Chamber of Commerce and other community groups in ensuring Andrews citizens and WCS employees enjoy a high quality of life.

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

Company Benefits:

Medical (100% company paid)
Short-term Disability (100% company paid)
Long-term Disability (100% company paid)
Group Term Life (1x annual salary-100% company paid)
Teledoc (video call with physician)
Dental (100% company paid)
Flexible Spending Account
RX Discounts ($8/$15/$30 max out of pocket)
401k Company Match (up to 3%)
Company-wide closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Recognition Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program (Degree/Higher Learning)
Employee Assistance Program (100% company paid

Current Job Openings

Customer Service Representative

Reports to: Facility Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Provide customers service in all aspects of customer relations regarding waste profiling, shipment authorization, waste receipt, reporting, and marketing. Ensures waste profile folders are complete and shipment requests are processed in a timely manner; assists with the administrative aspect of the shipment request approvals, assists with the collection and organization of required information for the manifest folders; assist with the completion of reports to customers on the status of waste streams in process; assists customers with ELITE training; responsible for maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with all customers and transporters of waste. 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.

Works directly with customers and assists in activities relating to the profiling and transportation of radioactive/mixed waste and hazardous/non-hazardous waste to the WCS Facility.
Enters all required profile and pricing information into the electronic waste tracking system, helps coordinate the scheduling of incoming shipments with customers and operations and processes shipment request authorizations.
Works with customers to help resolve manifest discrepancies and issues with non-conforming waste, and assists in the completion of the proper site documentation to ensure compliance with procedures.
Assists in planning activities relating to the marketing and advertising of WCS and its service offerings.
Works with operations, safety and other internal organization to ensure effective communication of waste shipping schedules, receipts, and implementation of requisite waste management services.
Works with internal organizations to ensure compliance with permits and licenses.
May perform other duties as assigned.

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
Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Environmental Science or a related area and two years of related experience; or four years of related experience working in a technical area for a hazardous waste treatment facility i.e., Laboratory, Customer Service, Treatment, Environmental Services, etc.; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write professional 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. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

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; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management personnel.

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 and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. 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.

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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Customer Service Representative

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

Works directly with customers and assists in activities relating to the profiling and transportation of radioactive/mixed waste and hazardous/non-hazardous waste to the WCS Facility;
Enters all required profile and pricing information into the electronic waste tracking system, helps coordinate the scheduling of incoming shipments with customers and operations and processes shipment request authorizations;
Works with customers to help resolve manifest discrepancies and issues with non-conforming waste, and assists in the completion of the proper site documentation to ensure compliance with procedures;
Assists in planning activities relating to the marketing and advertising of WCS and its service offerings;
Works with operations, safety and other internal organization to ensure effective communication of waste shipping schedules, receipts, and implementation of requisite waste management services;
Works with internal organizations to ensure compliance with permits and licenses.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Environmental Science or a related area and two years of related experience; or four years of related experience working in a technical area for a hazardous waste treatment facility i.e., Laboratory, Customer Service, Treatment, Environmental Services, etc.; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management personnel.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. 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.

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Waste Acceptance Specialist

Department: Waste Acceptance
Reports to: Waste Acceptance Manager
Location: Andrews, TX Facility Worksite

Summary
This position is responsible for document review of all incoming and outgoing licensed hazardous and 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

Daily review of all shipping paperwork to ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, and NRC requirements for safe transport of all waste in certified containers.
Ensures all documents are clear and concise for management of waste per technical and regulatory guidelines.
Acts as mediator and facilitator between customers and inventory shipments, including tracking, investigation, and resolution of waste shipment discrepancies.
Plans activities relating to the characterization and transportation of radioactive/mixed waste and hazardous/non-hazardous waste to and from the facility.
Conducts a daily review of all scheduled loads into and out of the facilities via highway and rail
Prepares all Bill of ladings (BOL) and reviews radiological survey information for proper shipping of empty containers, including physical inspection for compliance with DOT and TAC regulations
Conducts peer review of all shipping papers, facilitates labeling and inspection of incoming waste shipments.
Must be able to participate in and promote a safe and positive work environment in a team setting.
Create 540/541 manifests using LowTrack for inter-facility transfer and disposition.
Update site inventory tracking software for all inventoried wastes, as needed
Provides support for site operations departments pertaining to acceptance and disposition of inventoried waste per technical and regulatory guidance.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
BS preferred; but not required. Must have direct knowledge and experience with Hazardous and Low-Level radioactive waste including packaging, transportation, classification and management. Current Advanced Mixed Waste Shipper Certification OR Current Advanced Hazardous Waste and Advanced Radioactive Shipper Certification (if certification not current, must be able to obtain within reasonable time).

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully. An individual should have knowledge of Development software; Internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software.

Other Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge or ability in the following areas;
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Hazardous Waste Manifest System Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR parts 171 through 180
Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Low-Level Radioactive Waste Manifest
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) a plus
Texas Administration Code (TAC) a plus; Understanding of Federal, State and Facility policies and regulations.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee are occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Radiation Safety Technician

Reports To: Radiation Safety Supervisor
Department: Radiation Safety
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 handheld 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 the 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.
Calculating the amount of time employee may be exposed safely to radiation in restricted areas, considering 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.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands, fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; climb or balance; talk or hear and smell. The employee is required to wear respiratory protection and personal protective equipment including hand, foot and body. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Natural balance sufficient for standing on ladders or scaffolding.

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.

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Health & Safety Technician

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

Summary
Performs safety and health activities to evaluate and control safety hazards by performing the duties below. This position reports directly to the Health and Safety Manager. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

Essential duties and Responsibilities include the following and any other duties as assigned.

Identify potential causes for accidents and recommend changes in policies and procedures.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training and behavior-based safety to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Observe field activities and intervene to pause/stop work as necessary.
Maintain and calibrate safety instruments.
Clean, inspect and repair respirators/SCBA equipment.
Conduct respirator fit testing.
Conduct In-person trainings on health and safety topics.
Facilitate hearing tests.
Maintain inventory on safety and emergency response supplies/equipment.
Perform facility inspections of safety related items.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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

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

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; sit; climb or balance; talk or hear and smell. The employee is required to wear respiratory protection and personal protective equipment including hand, foot and body. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Natural balance sufficient for standing on ladders or scaffolding.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; hot and cold weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

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Maintenance Support Technician

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

Summary
The Maintenance Support Technician provides maintenance support of waste processing, storage, and disposal to support plan activities by performing the following duties and report to Facility, Electrical, and HE Supervisors to get the POD. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low AS is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

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

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

Supervisor Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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

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

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, compute rate, ratio and per to support planning and estimating. Familiar with standard and metric measurement systems.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While perform the duties of the, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; vibration; risk of electrical shock; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat. While performing the duties of the job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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Special Projects Manager - Field Services Group

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

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

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

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

Specific Responsibilities

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

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

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

Other Skills and Abilities

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use arms, hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or Ladder and stair climbing will be required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The use of a respirator may be necessary in certain circumstances. Workdays may vary in length from 10 to 16 hours per day contingent on weekly fatigue limits.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.
The noise level in the work environment will be quiet to moderate but can be very loud during demolition activities.
The industrial working conditions at a decommissioning site change frequently and typically involve heavy equipment and power tools. The working environment during Demolition activities can create dust, loud noises, trip and fall hazards, and other safety concerns (e.g., falling object). Field temperatures can vary greatly. These work environments require the use of hard hats, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, fall protection, and other safety equipment as specified for the work being performed.

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TSDF-Rail Operator

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

Summary
Performs work in the operations of the facility and rail. 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.

Attend daily pre-job briefings.
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 trucks, 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.
Assists Lead Rail Operator and Supervisor in organizing and planning rail interchanges
Work with the Transportation Coordinator on rail inventory
Prepare for the type of work required, materials needed and equipment to be used.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew.
Comply with company policies and job orders, and safety regulations.
Analyzes and resolves work issues or assists employees in problem solving.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Performs other related work activities as required.
Assists in organizing and planning rail interchanges.
Handle rail off loads, and disposals.
May coordinate locomotive maintenance.
May Interact with the RR to ensure compliance with all rail equipment requirements.
Cooperate with FRA site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

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

Education and/or Experience
HS Diploma or equivalent with two to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one year rail experience, RCO qualified and fluent GCOR is a plus.

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 units of measures, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

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 accommodation 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.

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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Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Department: Operations Support
Reports to: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Andrews Worksite Facility

Summary
Responsible for all activities related to the facility incoming and outgoing non-waste related shipments. This position reports directly to the Shipping/Receiving 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.

Compares identifying information and counts, weighs or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records, as appropriate.
Prepares items for shipments to include assembles wooden or cardboard containers or selects pre-assembled containers. Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons or stamps/stencils/glues identifying shipping information on cartons.
Performs receiving inspections for all non-waste related goods and services for the facility.
Assists accounting department in tracking and expensing purchase ordered goods and services.
Determines method of shipments and serves as the main contact for outgoing express mail services. Coordinates all pick up and deliveries with these services.
Manages and tracks uniform issuance, vending machines and copy repair services. Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Manages and receives bills of ladings and approves receipts of materials brought onsite.
Reviews invoices and receives purchase orders within Accounting Software.
Routes items to departments. Operates tier lift truck, fork lifts, or uses hand-truck, as appropriate, to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area in a timely manner.
Tracks the small Business Account spending for janitorial, uniforms, break room supplies, goods and services.
Post weights and shipping charges and affixes postage
Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages.
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal errors and errors by other team members.
Performs other related duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job may have supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required. Three years related experience and/or training required.

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 the organization.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory Software and Order Processing software.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is frequently 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 is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid 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 quiet.

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Health Physicist

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

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

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.

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

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Concrete Precast Facility Operator

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

Summary
Assist the Concrete Precast Facility Supervisor in the construction of a variety 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 & Responsibilities Include:

Preparing the worksite, assembling concrete forms.
Bending, forming, tying and installing rebar as illustrated in plans or as directed by Supervisor.
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;

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no Supervisory responsibilities .

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.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software and Inventory software

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.

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Operator

Reports To: Operations Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Location: Andrews, Texas Worksite Facility

Summary
Performs work in specialized field of Heavy Equipment Operator or Waste Processing for Facility. Works under the general supervision of the Operations Supervisor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may receive occupational exposures to ionizing radiation that are As Low As is Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and within regulatory limits.

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

Conveys materials and items from receiving and/or production areas to storage and/or to other designated areas.
May operate stabilization treatment system, process equipment, compactors and conveyor, pumps, valves and control boards.
May operate and maintain process equipment to include sorters, blaster, separators, compactors and mixers.
Handles and manages containers in compliance with regulations.
May prepare records for tracking the movement and location of waste to and from the stabilization system.
May collects samples of waste from containers and the stabilization tank system.
Recognizes container leakage and/or damage.
Collects and manages all spills of waste in accordance with the Emergency Response Plan.
Operates roll-off bin truck.
Performs preventative pre-op checks and maintenance for process equipment.
Loads and unloads transport trucks;
Performs disposal crew duties such as, mixing waste using a track hoe and prentice arm machinery;
Ability to operate power industrial trucks, roll-off bin truck, hand trucks, and power jacks;
Transports waste containers to site locations using various transport equipment including trucks, forklifts or a container stacker.
May prepare tracking records for the movement of waste on the site.
General labor including; housekeeping, general maintenance, and assisting other departments as required.
Works closely with other Operators, which may also include training.
Treats and disposes of hazardous/low level radioactive waste.
May perform Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for routine operations;
Apply and reinforce the skills learned through human performance training to prevent personal and other team member errors.
Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to five (1-5+) year(s) of heavy equipment and/or radiation waste experience required, preferably in specialized field at WCS or equivalent facility. Must have a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience using cranes and heavy equipment. NCCCO certification preferred, but not required.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

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

Other Skills and Abilities
Must pass mechanical aptitude test in math/science and meet physical requirements.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and smell. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient strength and stamina to perform a variety of heavy construction-related tasks including use of hand tools; foot, hand and eye coordination sufficient to perform duties; and natural balance sufficient to perform duties; and natural balance sufficient for standing on high ladders and scaffolding. Must be physically fit and pass fitness requirements for Respirator and HAZWOPER. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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