Job Description
Job Title: Material Handler (Radioactive Waste Specialist) Starting Pay: $25-30/hr plus OT available Location: Indianapolis IN Schedule- M-F 7:30am-4pm They are opening to both degreed candidates and non degreed candidates Someone with a hands on background works well for this role This position is very hands on There is room for advancement and they are building another facility they are going to need supervisors and leaders for They will be receiving Radioactive material from a cancer facility They will scan this material and sort into specific drums based on type They will be wearing protective gear at all times including: gloves, glasses, tyvek suit, boots and sometimes a lead vest They will have 3 separate monitors on their body at all times Facility is temp controlled Forklift is a bonus but not a must Our client is looking for a Material Handler - Radioactive Waste Specialist . This Specialist frequently handles radioactive, hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive. Responsibilities: Technical: Maintain good attendance and punctuality Flexibility with working schedule as start and end times may vary Developing a strong working knowledge local site requirements and state and local regulations Assist EHS team as requested Participate in Rad focused training and development Hands-on: Handle chemicals and hazardous waste in small and large containers Handle low level radioactive waste Utilize a Geiger counter as well as other tools to assess levels of radiation in industrial waste streams Perform onsite waste management routine & regulatory inspections Prepare and manage routine waste shipments including creating all transportation documents as required by regulations Willingness to wear a respirator when necessary Customer Service: Provide clients with high-quality and professional customer service Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives Support our on-site Emergency Response during working hours Basic Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent Basic knowledge of, or interest in, hazardous waste field Self-motivated person with the desire to learn Ability work independently Successful completion of OSHA/DOT physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship Must have a reliable form of transportation Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC) Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis Ability to work overtime on a regular basis Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday) Availability to work weekends as needed