SpaceX The Hazardous Waste Specialist at SpaceX ensures compliance with environmental regulations related to hazardous waste management. This role involves monitoring waste levels, performing inspections, and coordinating waste shipments.
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
Qualification
Ability to multi-task
Required
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
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
