Operations Supervisor-Waste

Position Overview

Under limited supervision, performs Waste Management job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities include assisting and supporting management in ensuring that the site Waste Management function operates in a manner that is safe, cost effective and fully compliant with Fluor Paducah Deactivation Project procedures and all regulatory requirements. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

• Assigned job duties may support Waste Management functional areas such as nuclear materials control, waste packaging, container movement, waste inventory control, transportation or related areas involving hands-on work or office work
• Plans, schedules and organizes the work to ensure utilization of employees and compliance with all contract requirements, quality standards and budgetary guidelines
• Ensures staffing levels of supervised personnel are maintained in a manner which allows the effective execution of the assigned scope of work at all times
• Instructs employees on the work methods and performance expectations
• Provides leadership and motivation to subordinate personnel
• Interface with groups inside and outside the organization, senior management, and auditors
• May be assigned special projects
• Responsible for providing direction, training and evaluation of Waste Management personnel
• Assists with the development or reviews/updates of various plans, policies or procedures as needed
• Assists with maintaining positive employee relations
• Responsible for group supervision and administration
• May provide presentations to project senior management
• May have some budgetary responsibilities
• Assist with the development of executive training and qualification programs for Waste Management personnel
• Accountable for the safe, efficient storage, packaging and transportation of all forms of environmental/hazardous (including radioactive) waste materials
• Oversees investigations of waste management facilities and evaluates environmental waste transportation, treatment and disposal vendors for acceptability
• Develops and oversees quality assurance and training programs related to the handling of radioactive and other hazardous waste
• Assists in the preparation and implementation of approved Waste Management programs
• Perform duties complex in nature
  • Other job related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner. If supervising others, has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensures they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Minimum Requirements

BS degree in a related field and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 1 - 5 years.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of, and experience with, nuclear facility operations

Good working knowledge of, and experience with, DOE nuclear facility safety including technical safety requirements, processes and reporting requirements

Attention to detail

Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software

DOE "L" or "Q" clearance or ability to obtain a DOE "L" or "Q" clearance

Working Conditions

Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.

Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).

Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.

Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person "buddy system"), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.

Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).

Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.

Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)

In some cases radiological training may be required.

May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.