Engineering Technician - HazWaste - RCRA

Cherokee Federal; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K

401K

Job summary

A federal contracting company in Indiana seeks an Engineering Technician for the Hazardous Waste Management Program. Responsibilities include routine inspections, waste pickups, and compliance documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience in environmental work, as well as familiarity with safety procedures and regulations related to hazardous waste. This full-time position offers benefits, including medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in environmental science preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in environmental field work or hazardous waste handling.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow safety procedures.
• Willingness to work in industrial environments and use required PPE.
• Valid driver's license and HAZWOPER certification required; Indiana license as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of hazardous waste accumulation areas.
• Support waste handling support services and audits.
• Maintain database records related to hazardous waste and ensure compliance.
• Assist with waste characterization sampling, chain-of-custody forms, and lab coordination.
• Maintain HW storage facility and inventory of DOT-approved containers and spill response equipment.

Skills

Environmental compliance support

Hazardous waste handling

Industrial operations support

Ability to follow procedures

Familiarity with RCRA/DOT concepts

Record keeping

DOT/RCRA knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in environmental science

Tools

Government-furnished vehicles (GOV)

Forklift

Job description

Engineering Technician - HazWaste - RCRA

Provides field and administrative support for the Hazardous Waste (HW) Management Program under RCRA. Performs routine inspections, waste pickups, sampling support, container management, and data entry to help the Government maintain compliance at HW generation, accumulation, storage, and treatment locations. Supports a high-volume program managing approximately 120 tons of HW shipped off-site annually and significant Explosive Hazardous Waste (EHW) operations, with permitted activities including the Central Storage Facility and treatment units such as APE 1236, the Contained Detonation Chamber (CDC), and OB/OD operations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Engineering Technician - HazWaste - RCRA: 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.

Engineering Technician - HazWaste - RCRA Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct routine inspections of HW accumulation areas, storage locations, and related sites using established checklists and criteria; document findings, take photos, and report issues to the HW Program Manager.
• Support quarterly and special-purpose audits by collecting field observations, verifying container conditions/labels/dates, and compiling inspection documentation for reporting.
• Perform waste handling support services, including HW pickup requests, empty container delivery, and used oil pumping support. Pick up HW within 1 business day of request, per program requirements.
• Support monthly operations involving approximately 100 containers picked up and/or delivered; operate Government-furnished vehicles (GOV) with lift gate and used-oil collection capabilities as authorized.
• Assist with waste characterization activities by collecting or supporting collection of samples (as assigned), packaging samples, completing chain-of-custody forms, and coordinating shipment/drop-off to the laboratory.
• Follow the approved project-specific QAPP for all sampling, field/lab testing coordination, and QA/QC documentation. Do not perform sampling until the QAPP is approved by the Contractor QAM and accepted by the NSWC Crane EP QAM, applicable IEPD, and HW Media Manager.
• Track laboratory results and provide results to the HW Media Manager within required timelines (including the 7-day turnaround after lab receipt, as directed).
• Enter and maintain HW/Used Oil call-in information in the HW Management Database, assign waste transfer numbers, and coordinate follow-on needs (containers, labels, pickups) with the HW team. Support an average of ~60 call-ins per month.
• Produce routine reports from the HW Database (bi-weekly call-in/pickup reports and monthly container delivery, waste pickup, and used oil pumping reports), as directed.
• Support upkeep of the RCRA-permitted HW storage facility, including housekeeping, staging, container organization, and readiness for inspections.
• Maintain awareness of inventory for DOT-approved shipping containers and spill response equipment; notify the team when supplies run low.
• Support management of Universal Waste and regulated materials staging areas, including sorting, classifying, packaging, labeling, and documentation (e.g., batteries, mercury-containing equipment/lamps, and PCB-containing items such as ballasts), as assigned.
• Support PCB-related sampling tasks by collecting oil/mixed-media samples as directed, maintaining chain-of-custody, and forwarding analytical results to the designated Government program manager.
• Assist with spill response for oil/HW incidents (including bulging drums) by securing the area, deploying spill materials as trained, documenting conditions, and escalating immediately to program leadership.
• Support special sampling needs (e.g., used activated carbon associated with explosive wastewater treatment K045) by following approved procedures and permit conditions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Engineering Technician - HazWaste - RCRA Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical coursework in environmental science, chemistry, industrial safety, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in environmental field work, hazardous waste handling, industrial operations support, or environmental compliance support (internship experience counts).
• Ability to follow written procedures and QAPP requirements, maintain accurate field notes, and complete chain-of-custody and inspection documentation.
• Working knowledge of safe waste handling practices and willingness to work in industrial environments using required PPE.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with annual refresher (or ability to obtain/maintain).
• Valid Indiana State license as required for assigned waste operations.
• Government-issued forklift license (or ability to obtain) and experience moving containers safely.
• Familiarity with hazardous waste labeling, accumulation rules, and basic RCRA/DOT concepts (training provided/expanded on the job).
• 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.

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