About this role
Lead Hazardous Waste Handler The Lead Hazardous Waste Handler is responsible for the safe handling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with local, state, federal and host nation environmental regulations. This position provides daily leadership to hazardous waste handlers and ensures full compliance with regulatory requirements including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and applicable host nation environmental agencies. The Lead Hazardous Waste Handler serves as the primary point of contact for waste management activities and ensures that all materials are managed in accordance with the applicable standards. Compensation & Benefits:
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Lead Hazardous Waste Handler Responsibilities Include:
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all hazardous waste activities comply with RCRA, DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR), OSHA or applicable host nation safety standards. Maintain waste profiles, manifests, land disposal restriction (LDR) forms, and shipping documentation. Conduct weekly hazardous waste area inspections and maintain inspection logs
• Identification and Sorting: Identify hazardous materials and sort them for proper handling and disposal. Ensure proper labeling, marking, placarding, and segregation of hazardous materials. Perform waste sampling as required for characterization.
• Packaging and Transportation: Safely package hazardous waste and transport it to designated disposal facilities, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Coordinate waste shipments with approved Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (TSDFs). • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of hazardous materials handled, including disposal methods and quantities. • Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to protect public health and the environment, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Oversee container compatibility, secondary containment, and storage time limits. • Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of hazardous waste storage areas and ensure proper housekeeping practices are followed. • Training and Collaboration: Participate in ongoing training related to hazardous waste management and collaborate with environmental agencies during audits and inspections. • Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Lead Hazardous Waste Handler Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• Education: An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field desired. Additional education in environmental science or a related field is a plus.
• Certification: Certification in hazardous materials handling, such as HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, or confined space entry may be required. Certifications to operate equipment such as a forklift or light duty truck may also be required. Personnel performing duties under this management service CLIN shall have at a minimum Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances 520 (TRGS 520) basic training and shall possess competency skills beyond the basic TRGS 520 training.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in regulated and hazardous waste management. Knowledge and experience in the managing of chemicals/RW/HW materials, chemical compatibility & segregation. Expertise in managing chemical compatibility and segregation. Ability to learn new programs and database systems as required. Experience with data entry and various computer software programs, i.e., Excel. Ability to read and comprehend chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in English and German. Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate in English to command points of contacts (POCs) regarding management & disposal of waste.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate heavy machinery safely. Fluent in German (or language of country of residence) and basic English. Ability to wear respiratory protection and required PPE. Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in industrial or field environments. . Have driver’s license and be able to legally drive in Germany, Belgium, Netherlands and Poland
• Hazardous Waste Handlers will often work both indoors and outdoors at various sites, including military sites, maintenance, and repair facilities. Personnel may be exposed to weather and temperature variations throughout the course of the execution of work. Handlers work with hazardous materials and must follow strict safety protocols to minimize risks.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Company Information: Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Similar searchable job titles:
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Keywords:
• RCRA & DOT regulatory compliance
• Hazardous waste manifesting & LDR documentation
• Chemical compatibility & waste segregation
• HAZWOPER / OSHA certified
• TSDF coordination & waste transportation
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.