Transportation Specialist

Frey Consulting Group; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN. This role involves maintaining the Transportation Program, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing the shipment of hazardous materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or relevant experience in nuclear operations, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills. Join a dedicated team that prioritizes safety and regulatory compliance while supporting the U.S. Department of Energy and other sectors. This opportunity promises a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting prospect for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' related experience, including 1 year in nuclear.
• Training and certification in radioactive and hazardous material packaging.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Transportation Program and perform waste shipments.
• Prepare shipping papers and coordinate with disposal facilities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Baccalaureate in Engineering or Related Science

10 Years of Relevant Experience

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Transportation Specialist position in Oak Ridge, TN.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Stop work without fear of reprisal for unsafe conditions that could affect personnel safety or environmental risk.
2. Maintain the Transportation Program.
3. Perform non-hazardous, radioactive, hazardous, and mixed waste shipments.
4. Assist with waste characterization for off-site shipment for recycling, treatment, and/or disposal.
5. Package, mark, label, and secure load determinations for waste.
6. Support Waste Management Specialist and Transportation Manager during waste generation and packaging.
7. Prepare shipping papers/records and waste manifests per regulations.
8. Coordinate with treatment/storage/disposal facilities, generators, customers, and regulators on transportation and waste management concerns.
9. Initiate and maintain waste profiles for processing/disposal.
10. Interpret and implement federal and state regulations and DOE orders related to hazardous materials shipping.
11. Verify and perform safety, compliance, and final inspections of packages before transport to ensure regulatory compliance.
12. Interpret waste management and transportation policies to assist generators in compliant waste management.
13. Support the execution of the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) principles.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Education / Experience / Certifications:

• Baccalaureate in engineering or related science, or 10 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' related experience, including 1 year in nuclear.
• Training, knowledge, experience, and certification in radioactive and hazardous material packaging and shipping.
• Ability to calculate radiological and hazardous material activity for proper shipping classification.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable CFR requirements.
• Applicants will undergo a Federal background check and must meet eligibility for access to classified information.

If interested, please submit your resume via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers. Edgewater will contact you for detailed discussions before submitting your resume.

About Edgewater Technical Associates:

Founded in 2003, Edgewater supports the U.S. Department of Energy, international nuclear industries, and private sector businesses in high-hazard or complex operations. We prioritize safety, quality, security, and regulatory compliance through disciplined operational support.

We offer competitive salaries, benefits including paid time off, health insurance, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company matching from DAY 1.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Edgewater is committed to diversity and inclusion and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or disabilities.