Certified Radioactive Waste Transport Specialist

PERMA FIX ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PERMA FIX Environmental Services Inc. in Richland, WA seeks an experienced Transportation Specialist responsible for all transportation activities within Low Level and Mixed Waste Facilities.

You will manage documentation for truck, rail and air shipments of radioactive waste following 49 CFR and other regulations. Ideal candidates have the DOT Certified Waste Shipper credential and at least 5 years shipping hazardous, mixed, or low-level radioactive waste, with the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• DOT Certified Waste Shipper with 5+ years shipping Hazardous/Mixed/Low-Level Waste.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in Nuclear Tech, Waste Mgmt or related field; 10+ years experience.
• Experience shipping to NTS, Hanford DOE disposal facilities, and IATA regs.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point-of-contact for all transportation activities within the facilities.
• Prepare documents for transportation of radioactive waste by truck, rail, and air per 49 CFR and regs.
• Research packaging and container QA requirements (Type A/B) and testing methodologies.
• Adhere to site procedures, licenses, and Waste Acceptance Criteria for transport.
• Support project manager to prepare CDS for Hanford shipments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DOT Certified Waste Shipper

Job description

PERMA FIX Environmental Services Inc. in Richland, WA seeks an experienced Transportation Specialist responsible for all transportation activities within Low Level and Mixed Waste Facilities.

You will manage documentation for truck, rail and air shipments of radioactive waste following 49 CFR and other regulations. Ideal candidates have the DOT Certified Waste Shipper credential and at least 5 years shipping hazardous, mixed, or low-level radioactive waste, with the ability to work independently