Job Summary
The Environmental Specialist at Gana-A' Yoo, Limited will oversee the hazardous waste management operations at McMurdo Station in Antarctica. This position requires a strong understanding of waste management principles and practices, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate with Hazardous Waste Manager to prioritize department tasks
- Ensure all incoming employees receive proper training and maintain a log of this information
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient pick up and processing of hazardous waste
- Daily tasking and supervision of department personnel
- Assist with writing mid- and post-season evaluation for the crew
- Attend weekly meetings in the event of Hazardous Waste Manager's absence
- Conduct community waste briefs or other informational sessions if necessary
- Troubleshoot any issues that arise and elevate them to Hazardous Waste Manager as needed
- Picking up hazardous waste and associated paperwork from various departments on station, assuring quality of information on Hazardous Waste Identification Sheet (HWIS)
- Process waste accordingly, including marking, labeling, weighing, and storing drums or items into a shipping container, and updating the HWIS form with required information
Requirements
- 2 years (or Ice seasons) of waste management experience
- College degree, or 2 additional years of experience in lieu of degree
- Strong computer software experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently and wear a respirator
- Valid Driver's License and Passport
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year of hazardous materials shipping/characterization or reporting experience, or 2 years of environmental remediation
- 1 year of supervisory experience
- 1 quarter of college General Chemistry
- College degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science
- OSHA HazWOPER 40-Hour certification, current
- Familiarity with power tools and machinery
- Equipment operating experience
Company Overview
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