Hazardous Material And Waste Requestor

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Union Position - Steelworkers

Pay Rate: $35.89

The Hazardous Material and Waste Requester is responsible for complying with all Federal, State, Navy, and local hazardous substance regulations. As primary contact with originators and Command Requesters, works to properly identify, categorize, and dispose of wastes. Interfaces with customers, solves problems, and answers questions concerning hazardous waste disposal procedures. Oversees company and sub-contractor waste at various contractual site locations, including Bremerton Naval Hospital, Naval Station Bremerton, PSNS, and NUWC Keyport. Acts as the official certified signer of the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest as well as bills-of-lading, on behalf of the Navy. Performs all of the duties associated with collection, consolidation, retention, and transfer of hazardous substances on base, including providing guidance to the Hazardous Waste Handlers and Operators. Performs hazardous waste treatment as required. Processes hazardous waste loadouts.

Essential Duties & Job Functions:

• May perform any work assigned to HMW Operators and/or Handlers. May perform work in other classifications when incidental work is necessary to the accomplishment of the work assignment. Significant work in another job classification may be required if accompanied by any wage adjustments applicable. May be rotated between assignments at WRT, IWTP, PSNS, BNH and other locations.
• Works closely with the on-scene coordinator (may be from other organizations) to assess a spill situation, determine a course of action, and coordinate support services; is on call for hazardous substance spill control, containment, and cleanup, including providing backup for the Fire Department, as required.
• Operates laboratory test equipment and gas detection instruments.
• Performs sampling and sampling documentation of a variety of regulated and hazardous materials including liquids and solids, and including asbestos, lead and mold. Peforms inspections. Attends job walks and pre-construction meetings. Coordinates approval of new chemicals and associated MSDS documentation.
• Operates five-ton trucks, cargo tanker trucks, forklifts, and various communication systems.
• As Hazardous Substance Spill Response Team Leader or alternate leader, makes informed decisions concerning the technical operations of the Spill Response Team under routine, as well as emergency situations. Is on call for hazardous substance spill control, containment and cleanup, including providing backup for the Fire Department ,as required.
• Responsible for consolidation, marking, labeling, and tracking hazardous waste.
• Assists Requestors with sampling as required.
• As needed, functions in LEVEL A Protection, uses analytical instruments for testing hazardous conditions, and sets up and operates various compressors, pumps, valves, and fittings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• May assist in the day to day operation of the IWTP.
• Periodically, the Hazardous Waste Operator may be rotated between assignments at WRT, IWTP, Bremerton Naval Hospital, PSNS, Naval Station Bremerton and other locations.
• Performs treatments of hazardous waste and operates solvent recovery still.
• As a Hazardous Substance Spill Response Team Leader, or an alternate team leader, makes informed decisions concerning the technical operations of the Spill Response Team under routine and emergency situations.
• Performs mechanical maintenance tasks.

May perform work in other classifications when incidental work is necessary to the accomplishment of the work assignment. Significant work in another job classification may be required if accompanied by any wage adjustments applicable.

Accountable For:

• Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work.
• Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices.
• Timely and cost-effective performance of duties.
• Completing all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
• Compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Personnel policies and procedures.
• The proper use of tools and equipment commonly used in the hazardous waste material field.

• Having the ability to work well under pressure.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Mandatory

• Knowledge of Navy hazardous substance regulations and procedures preferred.
• Must be able to make informed decisions concerning hazardous waste and the technical operations of the spill response team.
• Must possess good communication skills for a service team environment.
• Must meet and maintain company physical and security requirements, including respirator qualification, and clearance eligibility when required.
• Has knowledge and experience in spill response procedures and techniques; Federal and State environmental laws; DOT regulations and procedures; hazardous waste material handling and safety procedures; emergency dispatching procedures;
• Can use portable and land-based radio communication systems; SCBA, full face respirator, and safety equipment; analytical testing equipment; pumps and compressors; cargo tanker trucks; five-ton trucks; and forklifts.
• Must be medically qualified in accordance with company and governmental regulations.
• Must be experienced in hazardous waste operations.
• Must have a minimum of two years’ experience as a hazardous material operator or equivalent.
• Must be able to make informed decisions concerning the technical operations of the Spill Response Team under routine and emergency situations.
• High School education or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions in dealing with toxic chemicals and operating under hazardous conditions.
• Must be able to interface with customers, solve problems, and answer questions concerning hazardous waste.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State class “B” commercial driver’s license with a (X) Hazardous/Tank endorsement as a minimum.

Must pass a pre-employment physical examination qualifying the employee for various training and use of SCBA, air-purifying respirators, asbestos handling, CDL requirements, and handling of 55-gallon drums. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Must pass an annual medical examination, which may include screens for toxic and heavy metals exposure.

• Specific Training Required:
• In addition, must meet all applicable training requirements specified in or added to SUBASEBANGORINST 5100.7B, Industrial and Hazardous Waste Disposal Manual, or any other Navy instruction referenced in the contract, or in written Company policy.
• Ability to successfully pass any background checks and/or drug testing required on the contract.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• The following training must be completed before assignment to the position:40 hours Hazardous Waste Facility Operations; SCBA Training; Respirator Training; CPR/First Aid Training. The following training must be obtained within 6 months after assignment to the position: 40 hours Spill Response Training; Fire Extinguisher Training; Forklift Operation; SWFPAC General Explosive Safety Training; DOT Hazardous Material Training; Confined Space; CDL A (X) Endorsement.

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