Radioactive Waste & Hazardous Materials Specialist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional training opportunities

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Hazardous Radioactive Materials Specialist to oversee receipt, storage, processing and disposal of radioactive waste generated on campus, collaborating with Hazardous Materials Technicians for decay-in-storage and off-site disposal.

The role requires maintaining training on HAZWOPER, RCRA, and related regulatory requirements, with duties spanning emergency response, warehouse management, and compliance across non-laboratory areas.

Qualifications

• Four year degree with a preference for a related major in physical or environmental sciences.
• Relevant certifications or licenses may be required; CHMM preferred.
• Interdisciplinary knowledge of hazardous waste management and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receipt, storage, processing and disposal of radioactive waste generated on campus.
• Coordinate with Hazardous Materials Technicians for waste transport and disposal.
• Maintain warehouse operations and inventory for waste management supplies.
• Serve on the Emergency Response Team and respond to chemical spills and incidents.
• Ensure compliance with 40 CFR 270.14(b)(12) and 40 CFR 264.16 training requirements.

Skills

Hazardous Materials Handling

Safety Compliance

Waste Management

Education

Four year degree

Tools

CDL HazMat endorsement

HAZWOPER 40-hour

RCRA Training

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Hazardous Radioactive Materials Specialist to oversee receipt, storage, processing and disposal of radioactive waste generated on campus, collaborating with Hazardous Materials Technicians for decay-in-storage and off-site disposal.

The role requires maintaining training on HAZWOPER, RCRA, and related regulatory requirements, with duties spanning emergency response, warehouse management, and compliance across non-laboratory areas.