Waste Technical Support Specialist - Oak Ridge, TN Job at RSI EnTech, LLC in Oak

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About RSI

RSI is a dynamic group of companies that has provided services to major federal clients and Fortune 500 engineering and construction companies since 1996. We have experience in complex, highly regulated markets providing environmental, nuclear, construction management, project delivery, and specialty professional services while maintaining an excellent safety record. We offer a full range of benefits including a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (100% match up to 4% of eligible compensation) and 100% immediate vesting, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.

RSI is headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS is a wholly owned operating company of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC). Through ASRC, we are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), and we also offer 8(a) options.

Position Summary

RSI is currently recruiting for a talented and experienced Waste Technical Support Specialist to support the UCOR Cleanup Projects at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Y-12 National Security Complex. The Waste Technical Support Specialist is responsible for the preparation of CERCLA documentation, characterization planning, and sampling and analysis plans to provide a path forward for ultimate disposition of remediated materials. The Waste Technical Support Specialist evaluates sample results and data received from analytical laboratories. The facilities subject to characterization, waste management, and disposition by UCOR have a wide variety of radionuclide and chemical contaminants; thus, a broad background is desired. This position is primarily for the characterization, management, and disposition of waste for buildings and their remaining contents, equipment, and process systems; soil and water characterization will also be required. The job also includes other related aspects of waste management and disposition including but not limited to waste management calculations, waste determinations, profile development, documentation of waste characterization information, waste certification, waste disposition planning, procurement of off-site commercial treatment and disposal services, and overall coordination of the treatment and/or disposal of wastes at on-site and off-site treatment, storage, disposal and recycle facilities (TSDRF).

Primary Responsibilities

• Collecting existing process knowledge to define the contaminants of concern and the materials subject to characterization.
• Performing field visits to hazardous and radiological waste sites.
• Preparing data quality objectives and data quality assessments in accordance with EPA guidance (U.S. EPA QA/G-4, U.S. EPA QA/G-9R).
• Developing sampling and analysis plans to collect the required data.
• Preparing engineering calculations where necessary for materials of construction, or to balance hazardous constituent concentrations across the balance of the waste stream.
• Preparing regulatory work plans and waste handling plans under the CERCLA process.
• Assisting the generator in determining the sampling and analysis requirements, verifying compliance with the waste acceptance criteria, and supporting the final waste determination.
• Providing input in the development of acceptable methods of radiological characterization including Gamma Nondestructive Assay, active/passive neutron interrogation, Dose-to-Curie, and Surface Contaminated Objects.
• Supporting the technical review of waste data packages and documentation for compliance with the TSDRF WAC, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), radiological and other statutes/regulations and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Orders.
• Compiling information, supporting preparation, and preparing and/or reviewing Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR) notifications.
• Preparing waste management plans for new facilities or projects.
• Monitoring compliance with the staging and/or storage time limits promulgated by DOE Order 436.1, RCRA, TSCA and other applicable requirements.
• Supporting regulatory agency and DOE-OREM interactions, such as negotiations, inspections, and technical assistance meetings.
• Serving as a technical and policy advisor to management and providing oversight on waste management matters relating to environmental remediation, decommissioning and demolition, storage, and transportation of materials.

Job Knowledge/Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of radiological and chemical characterization practices.
• Technical knowledge of laboratory analytical procedures/practices and analytical data evaluations.
• Technical knowledge of TSDRF waste acceptance criteria.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and DOE Orders.
• Able to complete 40 hour HAZWOPER training.
• Proven ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the CERCLA cleanup process.
• Self‑motivated, requires limited direction.

Required Education and Experience

• Must have at a minimum a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the responsibilities detailed (10+ years preferred).
• Prior experience in waste management operations.
• Experience and knowledge of the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR) and the Department of Energy (DOE) is preferred but not required.

Clearance and Health Regiments

• Criminal Background Check.
• Pre‑placement Drug Screening.
• Ability to obtain a Q Clearance.

EEO Statement

ASRC Industrial (AIS) and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. AIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.