Job Title: Waste Management Specialist II
Req. #: 1482-E
Posting Date: 8/5/26-Until Filled
Compensation: $100,562-$122,909
West Valley Cleanup Alliance is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Phase 1B Deactivation & Demolition Contract at the West Valley Demonstration Project site. The site is a scenic 30-minute drive south of Buffalo, New York. In cooperation with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, West Valley Demonstration Project continues to decontaminate and decommission facilities at this site.
West Valley Cleanup Alliance is a premier employer in the Western New York and southern-tier areas. Our benefit and compensation package includes:
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competitive pay and opportunity for variable pay incentives
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extensive benefit offerings focused on your physical, financial, and emotional wellness
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401(k) employer match and enhanced employer contributions - up to 9% total company contribution!
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4-day workweek (10 hours per day) for most positions
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tuition reimbursement & professional development
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atmosphere fostering work life balance
Lifelong careers are common at West Valley Demonstration Project. If you are interested in joining the West Valley Cleanup Alliance family, apply to one of our current job openings on the WVCA Career Page.
Responsible for assisting in the implementation of the waste management program and requirements as imposed by the DOE and other federal, state, or local regulatory agencies. Generally, providing assistance in waste generator services (WGS), waste shipping, and waste characterization in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
A. Education/Experience:
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BA/BS in Engineering, Natural Sciences, or related environmental science field and four (4) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
B. Other Requirements:
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Must possess a broad knowledge of environmental theories, principles, techniques, policies, regulations, and legal requirements to successfully complete difficult assignments.
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Must be able to work under general supervision exercising reasonable judgment in determining objectives of assignments according to established procedures. Must be able to perform tasks which are usually from detailed instructions and established procedures. Must be able to use own judgment in locating, selecting, and applying most appropriate environmental guidelines, references, and procedures.
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Must be able to assist in providing technical direction and guidance to department and company engineers, operators, and other personnel on regulatory matters relating to environmental compliance issues or concerns. Assists in negotiations with other department engineers and regulators to establish appropriate levels of environmental compliance and reporting.
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Must be able to read, understand, and apply EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations and DOE orders. Must possess advanced knowledge of industry specific software applications.
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Must execute a broad scope of specific environmental and waste management practices affecting the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processes or services.
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Must be able to (Company-wide) assist in providing regulatory, DOE compliance, and technical guidance and direction for determining a course or courses of action to implement or maintain conformance with regulatory/compliance strategies, involving the interpretation and/or solving of basic regulatory issues.
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Must be able to maintain conformance with regulatory/compliance strategies by interpreting and/or solving basic regulatory issues and communicating with personnel at more senior levels.
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Must be able to interface with employees in the department, division, and organization. Must be able to plan, coordinate, or advise on work efforts or to resolve environmental engineering problems toward mutual goals.
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Radioactive Worker 1 or 2, OSHA 24- or 40-hour HAZWOPER training, DOT Advanced MLLW Certification (minimum), RCRA general awareness (minimum). Company training can be provided for these requirements as needed.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The salary and grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the candidate’s education, training, and/or relevant experience.
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Maintain a safe and healthful work environment by following established safe work practices and procedures; investigating and reporting identified safety concerns or situations.
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Adhere to standards contained in the Company “Code of Conduct,” Company EEO practices, and DOE directives.
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Assist others in developing, implementing, and maintaining regulatory and DOE compliance submittals, and inspection procedures and programs designed to minimize deficiencies and ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local laws, regulations, licenses, permits, and ordinances pertaining to the health, safety, and environment control at CHBWV facilities.
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Advance the Waste Planning & Disposition (WPD) team by applying regulatory, DOE compliance, and technical expertise and knowledge.
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Assist waste generators with the proper packaging and waste documentation required to ensure regulatory and disposal facility waste acceptance criteria (WAC) compliance.
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Assist the Waste Shippers with Characterization Engineers development of waste shipping papers, waste profiling, data entry into EWITs and RadMan software programs, and developing scopes of work for transportation, treatment, and disposal contracts as necessary.
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Revise shipping and LAG procedures as needed.
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Assume the management of High-Level Waste program and canister/cask storage pad.
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Remain current on specific requirements imposed by government agencies by reading statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits.
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Maintain a working knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and how they may impact programs and facility modifications by studying regulatory guidance documents and industry publications and by interfacing with personnel at other DOE facilities.
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Assist in the maintenance of records and documentation by conforming to established department and Company policies and procedures for records management; support data retention capability initiatives to meet required needs.
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Regular onsite attendance is required.
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Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
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Provide (WGS) field oversight backup as needed for first and second shift MPPB demolition.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
U.S. Citizenship is required for employment.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
WVCA is a drug free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background investigation. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
