Hazardous Waste/Hazardous Materials Technician - ASL

Ahtna, Inc.; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Ahtna Solutions is seeking qualified personnel for Hazardous Waste Program Operational and Compliance Support at Presidio of Monterey (POM). The role covers regulatory compliance, waste tracking, and field support for hazardous materials on military facilities.

The incumbent will work with federal and DoD requirements, conducting inspections, preparing waste and documents, and coordinating with the Hazardous Waste Manager to ensure safe handling and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or better.
• Experience with hazardous materials and waste handling.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety and how to store waste properly.
• Experience with preparing waste manifest documents.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Ability to complete OSHA Lead Awareness Training.
• Experience with DOT hazardous waste shipping requirements.
• Ability to read and understand SDSs.
• Hazmat training or certifications.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to Presidio of Monterey tenants to facilitate hazardous waste disposal.
• Support Hazardous Waste Manager in warehouse and field operations.
• Track incoming waste and create waste profiles.
• Document waste electronically using Army/DoD tracking software.
• Pack and label containers and create DOT PSN names.
• Ensure proper storage of waste in the warehouse.
• Track holding times for incoming waste and prepare waste for disposal.
• Review documents such as waste profiles and manifests.
• Scan and file documents electronically and in hard copy as needed.
• Assist in review of projects with hazardous waste requirements.
• Collect data for regulatory and Army/DoD reporting.
• Provide training and compliance assistance on hazardous materials to tenants and divisions.
• Conduct hazardous materials compliance inspections at POM properties.
• Inspect tanks monthly and as-needed for compliance; document findings and actions.
• Assist with tank closure documents and inventories of hazardous materials.
• Develop HMMP and AUL, and seek Program Manager approval.
• Support Fire and respond to hazardous materials spills during business hours.
• Contribute to Presidio of Monterey Environmental webpage guidance.

Skills

Hazardous materials

Policy compliance

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Project - Field Services

Requisition Number: HAZAR002084

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

CA4495
Seaside, CA 93955, USA

Description

Summary:

Ahtna Solutions is seeking to fill positions for the Hazardous Waste Program Operational and Compliance Support Program for the Presidio of Monterey (POM).

The incumbent will be knowledgeable of pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations, licensing/permitting requirements, policies and precedents which affect programs and related issues in the areas of Spill Prevention and Response, recycling, Pollution Prevention Act, Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA), Solid Waste Disposal Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and general hazardous waste operations.

The pay rate for this position is $46.67/hour.

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays.

This position will be posted for 5 days or until filled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Providing customer service to Presidio of Monterey (POM) tenants as needed to facilitate hazardous waste disposal
• Supporting the POM Hazardous Waste Manager in the warehouse and in the field
• Tracking incoming waste and creating waste profiles
• Documenting waste electronically via Army/DoD proprietary tracking software
• Packing and labeling containers
• Creating DOT proper shipping names (PSN)
• Ensuring waste is stored properly in the warehouse
• Track holding times for incoming waste
• Assist in preparing waste for disposal, including packaging
• Assist with reviewing various documents, such as waste profiles, manifests, etc.
• Ensure all documents required to be preserved are scanned and filed electronically and hardcopy as needed
• Ensure all documents are received as required
• Provide assistance reviewing projects/actions that have hazardous waste requirements
• Information data collection and compiling in support of regulatory and Army/DoD reporting
• Provide training/compliance assistance to any tenant or Directorate as needed for hazardous materials or hazardous waste
• Conduct hazardous materials compliance inspections at various facilities throughout POM properties
• Inspect hazardous materials shall be at least quarterly and also on an as-needed basis in response to compliance requests or complaints
• Document inspection findings and corrective actions
• Re-inspect as necessary to ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Track and conduct required tank inspections at POM properties
• Tanks shall be inspected at least monthly
• Assist with tank closure documents as needed
• Identify all tenants at POM properties that have operational requirements to store hazardous materials to support inventory
• Develop and document hazardous materials inventory (Only required to be done once, and then updated as needed) for Program Manager review/approval
• Develop and draft Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) for Program Manager review/approval in accordance with Army Regulation 200-1, Department of Army Pamphlet 710-7 (Hazardous Materiel Management Program), Installation Management Command HMMP Guidance
• Develop and draft Hazardous Materials Authorized Use List (AUL) for Program Manager review/approval
• Provide support to POM Fire (first responder) and respond to any hazardous materials or hazardous waste spills during normal business hours to provide onsite environmental guidance as needed and document incidents
• Information data collection and compiling in support of regulatory and Army/DOD reporting.
• Assist with developing hazardous materials language and guidance for Presidio of Monterey Environmental Division webpage

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Previous experience with hazardous materials and waste handling
• Knowledgeable about warehouse safety and how to store waste properly
• Previous experience with preparing waste manifest documents
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Ability to complete the appropriate training to include OSHA Lead Awareness Training
• Experience with DOT hazardous waste shipping requirements
• Ability to read and understand safety data sheets (SDS’s)
• Hazmat Training and/or Certifications
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER or 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
• CPR/1 st Aid Certified
• Experience working on projects with Federal clients
• Associate degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline with direct hazardous waste handling experience.
• Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference:

Pursuant to applicable law, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendents, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies:

• Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken and written word.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

• Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 to 5:00, or as business needs dictate

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma/GED or better.

Experience

Required

• Previous experience with hazardous materials and waste handling
• Knowledgeable about warehouse safety and how to store waste properly
• Previous experience with preparing waste manifest documents
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Ability to complete the appropriate training to include OSHA Lead Awareness Training
• Forklift Experience
• Experience with DOT hazardous waste shipping requirements
• Hazmat Training and/or Certifications

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