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Hazardous Radioactive Materials Specialist
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chapel Hill, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 50000 - 68959
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
3 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Hazardous/Radioactive Materials Specialist is responsible for overseeing the receipt storage processing and disposal of radioactive liquid and solid waste generated by the University and UNC Hospitals. This position collaborates with Hazardous Materials Technicians to transport radioactive waste to the storage facility for decay-in-storage management or temporary storage prior to shipment to an approved off-site disposal facility. This role also oversees medical waste disposal operations and coordinates the transport of hazardous waste to the storage facility. The Hazardous/Radioactive Materials Specialist provides technical expertise and operational support regarding hazardous waste accumulation storage and regulatory compliance requirements for non-laboratory areas across the addition the position is responsible for maintaining warehouse operations including housekeeping organization routine inspections and inventory management of supplies materials and equipment necessary to support waste management activities. The Specialist serves as a member of the Universitys Emergency Response Team providing response support for chemical spills hazardous materials releases and other environmental emergencies. To ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing hazardous waste treatment storage and disposal facilities (TSDFs) this position must maintain required training and certifications. Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) regulations require personnel working at a TSDF to complete a one-time 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response ( HAZWOPER ) training course as well as an 8-hour annual refresher course. Additionally the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hills RCRA Part B Permit requires personnel to complete initial and annual training in accordance with 40 CFR 270.14(b)(12) and 40 CFR 264.16. Required Licenses and Certifications: * Valid North Carolina Class C or higher Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) with Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement. * 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification and annual refresher training. * RCRA Hazardous Waste Training Certification (initial and annual).
Work Schedule
Monday Friday Business Hours Severe Weather Essential must report to or remain at work during periods of adverse weather Emergency Duty must report to work or remain at work during a university emergency if directed by supervisor.
The Hazardous/Radioactive Materials Specialist is responsible for overseeing the receipt storage processing and disposal of radioactive liquid and solid waste generated by the University and UNC Hospitals. This position collaborates with Hazardous Materials Technicians to transport radioactive waste to the storage facility for decay-in-storage management or temporary storage prior to shipment to an approved off-site disposal facility. This role also oversees medical waste disposal operations and coordinates the transport of hazardous waste to the storage facility. The Hazardous/Radioactive Materials Specialist provides technical expertise and operational support regarding hazardous waste accumulation storage and regulatory compliance requirements for non-laboratory areas across the addition the position is responsible for maintaining warehouse operations including housekeeping organization routine inspections and inventory management of supplies materials and equipment necessary to support waste management activities. The Specialist serves as a member of the Universitys Emergency Response Team providing response support for chemical spills hazardous materials releases and other environmental emergencies. To ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing hazardous waste treatment storage and disposal facilities (TSDFs) this position must maintain required training and certifications. Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) regulations require personnel working at a TSDF to complete a one-time 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response ( HAZWOPER ) training course as well as an 8-hour annual refresher course. Additionally the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hills RCRA Part B Permit requires personnel to complete initial and annual training in accordance with 40 CFR 270.14(b)(12) and 40 CFR 264.16. Required Licenses and Certifications: * Valid North Carolina Class C or higher Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) with Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement. * 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification and annual refresher training. * RCRA Hazardous Waste Training Certification (initial and annual).
Work Schedule
Monday Friday Business Hours Severe Weather Essential must report to or remain at work during periods of adverse weather Emergency Duty must report to work or remain at work during a university emergency if directed by supervisor.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
About Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first public university, is a global higher education leader known for innovative teaching, research and public service. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, Carolina regularly ranks as the best ... View more
