HAZARDOUS WASTE COORDINATOR - DaVita : Job Details

HAZARDOUS WASTE COORDINATOR

BB&E is an employee owned full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Hazardous Waste Coordinator forBB&E's NASA Ames Environmental Research Center Support Services Contract (ESS) to provide environmental services to the NASA Ames Program Team.

• Responsible for collecting hazardous waste research and development (R&D) lab waste.
• Responsible for collecting medical waste.
• Segregate and process hazardous waste according to hazard class.
• Bulk various types of solvents for flammable liquid & non-RCRA liquid drums.
• Lab pack hazardous waste & medical waste.
• Perform hazardous waste pick-ups, on-site transportation, waste sampling, waste classification, waste packaging, manifesting, and tracking of waste containers from cradle-to-grave.
• Provide support and guidance to hazardous waste generators regarding proper labeling, storage, and management of hazardous waste.
• Coordinate pick up of hazardous waste and mixed waste within three (3) business days of receipt of a fully completed Form A and safely transport hazardous waste on-site back to the less than 90-day accumulation area and/or radioactive waste storage facility using a government-provided vehicle.
• Coordinate pickup, store, and prepare for shipment medical waste generated at the Center according to regulatory requirements.
• Perform hazardous waste sampling activities and prepare paperwork and samples for shipment to a State-certified laboratory.
• Perform PCB wipe sampling activities and prepare paperwork and samples for shipment to a State-certified laboratory.
• Properly segregate and store hazardous waste by hazard class and compatibility.
• Coordinate provision of all containers needed for the storage and disposal of hazardous waste to all hazardous waste generators.
• Classify and package hazardous waste and prepare for shipment and disposal offsite.
• Prepare a properly executed Uniform Hazardous Waste manifest for signature by an authorized NASA representative from the EMD.
• Maintain records related to hazardous waste disposal, including analytical results, waste profiles, manifests, and land ban forms.
• Bulk inorganic acid & bases and enter data into tracking system.
• Pick up and transport unused, unopened chemicals to the Ames Chemical Exchange (ACE) program for reuse or recycling and maintain accurate inventory of chemicals.
• Pickup and transport unused, unopened chemicals to the Central Chemical Storage Facility for storage for future use by the owner and maintain accurate inventory of chemicals.
• Help conduct quarterly inspections of all PCB-containing items at the Center and prepare PCB annual document log report for government approval.
• Conduct and document weekly compliance inspections at the hazardous waste facilities.
• Perform initial inspections for Satellite Accumulation Area Determinations.
• Prepare monthly Hazardous Waste generator activity reports including generator name, waste location, organization code, waste storage date, item identification number, waste name and description, and weight.
• Maintain 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and applicable US DOT Certification.
• Provide support and participate in internal environmental regulatory compliance audits, annual self-assessments, and other audits and inspections.

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Ability to successfully pass a federal agency background check is required.
• Knowledge:
• Experience preparing hazardous waste turn-in, shipping, and tracking documents.
• Prior hazardous waste lab pack disposal experience.
• Practical knowledge of HW management, a solid understanding of hazardous material identification and management.
• Familiarity with sources of information pertaining to chemical and radiological hazards.
• The ability to safely move and load heavy drums and containers containing harmful products.
• Handling, processing, packaging, and tracking hazardous waste for shipment, treatment, and disposal.
• Familiarity with hazardous waste regulations and procedures.
• OSHA and State and Federal Hazardous Waste regulations.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and address any issues that may arise during the waste management process, minimizing risks and preventing accidents.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Software: Proficiency using GIS software and MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are required.
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to solve problems and function as a member of a team.

• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of direct experience, including local and state regulatory requirements, related to Regulated and Controlled Waste/Municipal Solid Waste, required.
• Certification and Training: The individual shall also have CHMM, DOT Hazardous Materials Certification (40 CFR), and HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification, required.
• Education: Minimum Bachelor of Science (BS) degree environmental or science/engineering with a minimum of four college-level courses in chemistry, required.

• Must be able to walk, sit, and/or stand for extended periods for multiple days/weeks
• Able to operate office equipment, including computers, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Capable of light lifting, up to 80 lbs.
• Working conditions:
• Able to work both indoors/outdoor (with exposure to the elements)
• Able to walk/climb/knee/crouch and reach
• Able to work on rough terrain when necessary
• Able to work in confined spaces and/or heights
• Able to wear the required PPE, minimally wear gloves, a hard hat, a respirator, and steel-toe boots that may be in combination with protective clothing/suits, a respirator, and/or a fall restraint/recovery harness
• Exposure to hazards/contaminants at times

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages with salary range of $85,000-$105,000
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees