Hazard Material Shipping Advisor

24-Jun-2025

Technical Services

10132BR

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.

Job Family

Material Management

Discipline

Hazardous Material Transportation

Career Level

T4

Salary Range

$91,800 - $133,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Material management involves the strategic planning, procurement, storage/inventory, and distribution of materials, supplies and products essential for the organization's operations. Material management personnel are responsible for the flow of supplies and products within the organization, and to/from external locations as appropriate.

Discipline Description

In hazardous material transportation roles, individuals are tasked with safely handling, packaging, and moving of potentially dangerous substances, such as chemicals or radioactive materials, from one location to another. They adhere strictly to federal regulations, safety protocols and procedures, and they handle specialized equipment. Hazardous Material Transportation Representatives (HMTR) are responsible for preparing and certifying offsite shipping documentation, guidance to shippers on package selections, markings and placarding, and compliance examinations.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

As a Hazardous Material Shipper, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant packaging and shipment of hazardous materials. Your responsibilities will include packaging hazardous materials for shipment,
completing and verifying all necessary shipping documentation, and providing final approval for all hazardous materials Electronic Shipping Orders (ESOs). You will collaborate with various departments to ensure that materials are correctly prepared, labeled, and shipped in compliance with all relevant transportation regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Package hazardous materials for shipment, ensuring they are adequately protected and labeled in compliance with safety protocols.
* Complete shipping documentation for hazardous materials shipments accurately and promptly.
* Provide final approval for hazardous materials Electronic Shipping Orders (ESOs) in the "Traffic Services ESOs" system.
* Offer placards and stage hazardous materials shipments for carriers, ensuring all safety measures are in place.
* Notify Hazardous Material Transportation Regulators (HMTRs) of shipment departures to implement emergency response requirements.
* Brief drivers on Transportation Safety Plan (TSP) responsibilities when applicable.
* Check and examine hazardous materials pallets and assist in the QA Receipt Inspection Group with handling discrepant materials.
* Assist Chemical Coordinator with various tasks, including technical questions and reviewing Safety Data Sheets.
* Periodically review inbound receipts for correct marking and labeling of hazardous materials.
* Interpret and provide guidance on Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Material Regulations for classifying and characterizing standard/non-standard hazardous materials for shipment by highway and air transportation.
* Advise Packaging and Transportation (P&T) personnel and external customers on transportation safety, regulatory interpretations, and compliance.
* Manage projects and tasks independently, ensuring safety and compliance, with guidance provided only for complex situations.
* Assist with packing non-hazardous materials packages as needed.
This position requires a thorough understanding of hazardous material shipping regulations, attention to detail, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently while adhering to all safety and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

* Associate's degree in relevant field plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training plus at least three years of experience (YOE) in an applicable role, OR High school diploma plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in an applicable role
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Hazardous Material Regulations such as DOT (10, 40, 49 CFR), IATA, ICAO, EPA, and RCRA.
Professional Licenses/Certifications: Trained and/or certified in hazardous material shipping, including but not limited to Radioactive Material Transportation, Hazardous Waste Transportation,
Mixed Waste Transportation, Advanced Hazardous Materials Transportation, and Air Transportation.

Career Band

Technical Support

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band contribute to the business processes to achieve results by providing support of a technical nature to others who use the resulting information, materials, and/or analysis.
* Performs technical work, often in support of professional roles
* Typically requires vocational training or the equivalent experience
* Performs duties according to established procedures

Career Level Description

Requires advanced skills and expertise, generating new and innovative solutions to complex problems while adhering to established policies and practices, acting as a team lead but not as a supervisor.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol 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

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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 oversight 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 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

02-Jul-2025