Hazardous Waste Specialist

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

HAZARDOUS WASTE SPECIALIST

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

The Hazardous Waste Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining regulatory requirements relating to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Florida Department of Environmental Quality (FEDP) and Department of Transportation (DOT). The Hazardous Waste Specialist will be working with engineers and technicians daily to ensure SpaceX launch and recovery operations can support SpaceX goals while meeting all environmental objectives and regulatory requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for environmental compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to EPA, RCRA, FDEP and DOT
• Perform tasks related to RCRA regulatory hazardous waste handling, storage and disposal requirements
• Monitor and manage levels of hazardous waste at each department’s satellite accumulation area
• Perform waste determinations of new waste streams
• Ensure all waste is properly labeled
• Ensure all waste is properly stored, according to its classification
• Accurately record and maintain 90-day hazardous waste inventory logs
• Perform all required hazardous waste and hazardous material storage area inspections
• Schedule, prepare and assist in the execution of waste shipments in partnership with waste disposal contractor
• Consolidate and Lab pack waste when appropriate
• Perform tasks related to spill response and prevention, including clean up and/or the coordination of cleaning activities with a third party
• Order and maintain adequate spill supplies such as spill pads, empty drums, secondary containment, and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and correct disposal of hazardous waste
• Perform regular inspections such as; hazardous waste accumulation and storage, universal waste storage, emergency eye wash/shower, SPCC

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Be trained in the management of Hazardous Waste
• Minimum of 2 years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects related to the hazardous waste compliance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Have a current DOT certification for the shipment of Hazardous Waste
• Experience in managing hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas
• Experience with emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil and water
• Experience using Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Demonstrated strong propensity for hands-on work and attention to detail in either academic or career pursuits
• Ability to multi-task, to manage shifting priorities and to follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a construction/industrial environment
• Ability to communicate well with technicians and engineers
• Strong organizational and communication skills

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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