Hazardous & Radioactive Waste Specialist

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont (IL)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 135,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Specialist in waste management to plan, assist and ensure compliant handling of radioactive, hazardous, chemical, and abatement materials. The role supports generators, develops sampling plans, and ensures DOE, EPA, and laboratory policy compliance.

Responsibilities include waste characterization, regulatory interpretation, and coordination of shipments to TSDFs. A Bachelor's degree in science or engineering and 3–5 years' experience are required, with a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience.
Three–Five years of experience in waste management and/or transportation.
Experience managing and shipping hazardous and radioactive waste per CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, DOT and TSDF criteria.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for accurate characterization of wastes.
Develop waste sampling plans and interpret results for radiological and hazardous classifications.
Understand and apply regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, DOT, NRC, EPA) and TSDF criteria.
Know waste management processes and requirements.
Assist the waste shipper with shipments to TSDFs.
Write detailed work instructions for processing and packaging.
Identify waste streams by profile and ensure acceptance criteria are met.
Ensure packages contain no prohibited items per TSDF requirements.