Hazardous & Radioactive Waste Specialist

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont (IL)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a professional to plan and assist with radioactive, hazardous, chemical, and abatement waste management. You will develop waste sampling plans, interpret results for classifications, and ensure regulatory compliance for DOE/EPA policies and TSDF requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering and 2–5 years of experience in waste management/transportation, with the ability to ship hazardous/radioactive waste in compliance with

Qualifications

Proof of U.S. citizenship required.
Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience.
2–5 years of experience in waste management/transportation.
Experience with CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, DOT, NRC and DOE orders.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for waste characterization and project shipments.
Develop waste sampling plans and interpret results for classifications.
Ensure compliance with DOE/EPA/Laboratory policies and regulations.
Write detailed work instructions for processing and packaging operations.
Assist waste shippers with shipments to TSDFs and verify waste profile requirements.
Model Argonne’s core values: impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork.