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21-Jan-2025

Technical Services

9844BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What You'll Do in This Position

Provide hazardous material transportation (HMT) Technical Assistance for classification and the necessary shipping and packaging requirements to meet federal, state and local laws and DOE orders. Provide direction and expertise to lesser experienced HMT specialists and managers.

Implement the standards contained in the SRNS "Code of Business Ethics & Conduct and Defense Industry Initiatives". Insure that all employees reporting to this position are informed about the standards and related policies and enforce them within this supervised activity. Maintain an in depth knowledge of federal, state and local hazardous materials standards and regulations such as DOT, EPA, DOE, DOD, NRC and RCRA Programs. Assure that packaging and shipment of all hazardous and radioactive materials are performed in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Evaluate hazardous materials packaging, transportation, handling, and associated activities for compliance and acceptability. This function includes review and approval of implementing procedures, classification of HM, selection of containers and transport modes, determination of facility specific packaging and shipping requirements, preparation and approval of shipping papers, verification of receiver eligibility, verification of container certifications, certification of regulatory compliance, and release for transportation. Provide leadership to less experienced specialists and to customers (facility personnel) needing HMT service. Develop and implement programs and procedures for packaging, transport and disposal of hazardous materials. Prepare and present reports to management on investigations and evaluations of hazardous materials incidents. Develop SRS Specific Hazardous Materials Transportation (HMT) training programs and evaluate other HMT training programs and vendors. Perform peer verification on hazardous materials offered for shipment.

Provide interpretation of Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Material Regulations for classifying and characterizing standard/non-standard hazardous materials for shipment by highway and air transportation.

Ability to explain and advise Packaging and Transportation (P&T) personnel and external customers of requirements related to transportation safety, regulatory interpretations, and compliance to meet deadlines and often demands more expensive packaging and shipping requirements that may delay schedules if not correctly understood and planned.

Manage projects and tasks safely, compliantly, and independently with guidance in only the most complex situations.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

Q

Qualifications We Require

High School Diploma, GED, or other equivalent State Credential

Other Qualifications

Ability to obtain and maintain a Q Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Desire

Associate Degree or higher in the Technical, Chemistry, Engineering or Logistics fields.
Familiarity of Hazardous Material Regulations (e.g., 10, 40, 49 CFR) such as DOT, IATA, ICAO, EPA and RCRA.
Professional License / Certifications (e.g., trained and/or certified in hazardous material shipping such as Radioactive Material Transportation, Hazardous Waste Transportation, Mixed Waste Transportation, Advanced Hazardous Materials Transportation and Air Transportation.)

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversite for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

29-Jan-2025