Hazardous Waste Handler

Summary/General Description Of Job

Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil.

• For Waste retention and Transfer (WRT), perform the duties associated with the collection, consolidation, packaging, labeling, and transporting of hazardous and regulated substances. Duties may include assisting in operating the Oily Waste Retention and Transfer Station; performing cargo tank transfers; cleaning stationary retention tanks and mobile tankers; inventorying wastes; and housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and orderly.
• For Industrial Waste Treatment Plant (IWTP), assist in performing treatments of hazardous waste and operating the solvent recovery stills and bio-reactor. Assist in the marking, labeling, and tracking of hazardous waste. Assist in operating chemical laboratory test equipment and gas detection instruments.
• As a Hazardous Substance Spill Response Team Member, provide support to the Spill Response Team which may include recording radio and phone messages, delivering equipment and materials, or assisting in the cleanup of spills. Be on call for hazardous substance spill control, containment, and cleanup, including providing backup for the Fire Department as required. As needed, function in LEVEL A-D Protection, set up and operate various compressors, pumps, valves, and fittings.
  
  Operate five-ton trucks, cargo tanker trucks, forklifts, and various communication systems.
• Periodically, the Hazardous Waste Handler will be rotated between assignments at WRT IWTP, Bremerton Naval Hospital, PSNS, Naval Station Bremerton, and other locations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• 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.

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

Mandatory

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a hazardous material handler trainee or equivalent preferred.
• Capable of using and skilled in the use of full face respirators, SCBA, and safety equipment; pumps and compressors; cargo tanker trucks, five-ton trucks, and forklifts.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions in dealing with toxic chemicals and under hazardous conditions.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State class "B" commercial driver's license with a (H) Hazardous Endorsement within 6 months.
• Must meet and maintain company physical and security requirements, including respirator qualification, and clearance eligibility when required.
• Must possess good communication skills for a service team environment.
• Valid state issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully pass any background checks and/or drug testing required on the contract.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• 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 50 lbs. Must pass an annual medical examination, which may include screens for toxic and heavy metals exposure.

Specific

Qualifications:

• Any person performing the duties indicated in this job description will possess or obtain the training listed. The…