Waste Management Manager

Sealaska Technical Services; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealaska Technical Services is seeking a Waste Management Manager in Los Alamos, New Mexico. This role manages groundwater sampling and waste management for the Legacy Cleanup Contract at LANL. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, updating waste inventories, and training project staff on regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering/environmental science, 5-8 years of experience in waste management, and strong communication skills. Candidates should be able to secure a federal security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of environmental waste management experience preferred.
• Candidate must be able to obtain a federal security clearance.
• Understanding and adherence to LANL and industry regulatory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Update EIMS waste inventory with purge water generated daily.
• Develop and review internal waste management procedures for compliance.
• Provide training to internal project staff regarding waste management regulations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or environmental science

High school diploma (based on experience)

Tools

DOE waste management software (WCATS or IWTS)

Job description

Job Title: Waste Management Manager

Job Summary

Supports management of all aspects of groundwater sampling, surface water monitoring, drilling, and well rehabilitation/maintenance waste identification, characterization, collection, storage, packaging, and disposal activities associated with the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract (LLCC) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration’s Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This role is part of the Tech2 Solutions (Tetra Tech‑Sealaska Joint Venture) Project Team for the N3B Los Alamos LLC team. Responsibilities include updating purge and poly water inventories, preparing reports, managing waste storage equipment, working with project personnel on waste characterization, and ensuring compliance with RCRA, permit, and other regulations.

Responsibilities

• Update EIMS waste inventory with purge water generated daily.
• Update poly water storage tank inventory based on status and tank location moves daily.
• Develop and review internal waste management procedures and guidelines to ensure RCRA and permit compliance.
• Provide training to internal project staff regarding RCRA and permit requirements.
• Perform waste site inspections/audits and assessments of drilling and well maintenance operations, recommending actions to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Administer internal audits and support external regulatory audits.
• Plan and execute characterization sampling.
• Guide internal project staff on compliance and management of applicable waste streams including New Mexico Special Waste, RCRA waste, radioactive waste, TSCA waste, and others.
• Enter required information into LANL’s Waste Compliance and Tracking System (WCATS) or equivalent.
• Interface with all levels of the client’s Waste Management Team as needed.
• Maintain and update a drilling program waste inventory spreadsheet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills, including ability to author and present technical documents, test plans, project documentation, and training materials.
• Professional and effective communication with personnel from various organizations.
• Team‑oriented project environment capabilities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or environmental science required; high school diploma may be accepted based on experience.
• 5–8 years of environmental waste management experience preferred.
• Candidate must be able to obtain a federal security clearance.
• Working knowledge of DOE waste management software, preferably WCATS or IWTS.
• Day‑to‑day support of regulations for radioactive and hazardous waste and RCRA hazardous waste permit requirements.
• Understanding and adherence to LANL and industry regulatory guidance for solid, liquid, hazardous, radioactive, and mixed wastes.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to waste management, including EPA, DOT, and DOE.

Working Conditions

The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Physical demands exceed those of sedentary work.
• Employee may exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds frequently, and may also perform negligible force constantly.
• Employee frequently stands, walks, sits, and uses hands to handle, feel, or reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required.
• Vision requirements include close and distance vision.

Work Environment

Work may require exposure to weather conditions and other elements prevalent at the time. The position may infrequently require weekend and/or nighttime work during drilling activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sealaska Technical Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally‑recognized Indian Tribe.*

*“Indian Tribe” means an Indian Tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 668; 43 U.S.C. 1601) which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.