Waste Pkg & Transportation Specialist III

Idaho Cleanup Project; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 99,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Cleanup Project in Idaho Falls is seeking a Waste Pkg & Trans Spec III to direct packaging and shipping of hazardous materials, including classification, documentation, and carrier coordination at Site RWMC/AMWTP.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and knowledge of federal regulations (DOT/DOE/ICAO). This is an onsite position with responsibilities across transport planning and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship required to access INL facilities and programs.
• REAL ID compliance or acceptable alternate IDs required for site access.

Responsibilities

• Classify and prepare shipping documentation for hazardous materials.
• Coordinate between waste generator projects, carriers, and state authorities for transport of radioactive or hazardous waste.
• Interface with projects and programs to provide technical assistance for P&T operations.
• Perform TCO or off-site waste coordination and ensure compliance with DOT, DOE, ICAO, EPA regulations.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Waste Pkg & Trans Spec III

Work Location

Site RWMC/AMWTP

Shift Schedule

Monday-Thursday, 4x10s

Salary

• Salary Grade: 17 Salary Range Min $98,575 Mid $126,305
• Max $154,030

Position Purpose

Certified Hazardous Material Shipper: Use technical knowledge, skills, and training to direct a broad range of packaging and shipping activities including classification of materials, proper package determination, selection of transport mode, and securement. Work with limited direction in completing and signing, as a company representative, bills of lading, waste manifests, and pertinent legal documentation to meet DOT, DOE, ICAO, EPA, and state regulations. Negotiate costs, schedule, and services with qualified carriers for transport of materials. Provide technical support across organizational lines for regulatory interpretations for packaging and shipping hazardous materials and waste on and off the INL. Provide project planning and development for task completion of campaigns involving shipments of hazardous, radioactive, and waste materials for on-site and off-site transport. Classify waste, prepare required documentation, coordinate carrier schedules with projects, and commence shipments to treatment and disposal facilities. When assigned transportation certification official (TCO) duties, maintain current TCO qualification and a thorough understanding of the WIPP/WAC and TRAMPAC requirements to perform assigned work scope. Perform other responsibilities for off-site waste coordination, as directed by management. Ensure all work is performed safely, compliantly, and in accordance with approved procedures.

Minimum Qualification Requirements (Education/Experience)

Salary Grade 17: Applicable Bachelor's degree plus 8 years relevant experience. A combination of experience and education may be substituted for a degree. Bachelor's equivalent is 8 years of directly relevant experience. The U.S. Department of Energrys' Idaho National Laboratory Site is a federal facility that performs work involving national security. As such, our jobs require U.S. citizenship. Effective Monday, May 12, 2025, REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) is required to gain access to all IEC and INL facilities (such as in-person interviews, medical & pre-employment drug screening, and for new employee orientation). If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state department of motor vehicles. The following is a list of acceptable documents in lieu of the REAL-ID card: A temporary drivers license is not an acceptable form of identification. State-issued Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) or Enhanced ID (EID) passport card DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST) S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents Permanent resident card Border crossing card An acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe, including Enhanced Tribal Cards (ETCs) HSPD-12 PIV card Foreign government-issued passport Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766) S. Merchant Mariner Credential Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC).

Special Requirements/Training

Extensive knowledge of DOT, DOE, and ICAO rules and regulations. Maintain certified hazardous material shipper qualification and meet regulatory training requirements.

License(s) or Certification(s) Required

Ability to obtain and maintain Certified Hazardous Material Shipper.

Position Responsibilities

Classify and prepare shipping documentation, coordinate between waste generator projects, carriers, and state authorities to offer radioactive or hazardous materials, including wastes, for transport. Interface with projects and programs. Perform TCO or off-site waste coordination and provide technical assistance for all aspects of the P&T organization.