Amentum is seeking a trained and safety‑focused Hazardous Waste Responder to support emergency response and hazardous materials management activities in the Washington, DC area. This role is responsible for safely identifying, containing, and cleaning up hazardous materials spills or releases across various sites.
The Hazardous Waste Responder follows strict safety protocols, uses specialized personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and Department of State (DOS) regulations—all while prioritizing the protection of human health and the environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, assess, and contain hazardous materials spills, releases, or contamination incidents.
- Perform cleanup operations using approved methods, specialized tools, and appropriate PPE.
- Follow strict health and safety procedures, including HAZMAT response protocols and industry standards.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and DOS environmental and safety regulations.
- Participate in emergency response drills, preparedness activities, and ongoing training.
- Document spill response activities, incident details, hazards identified, and corrective actions taken.
- Assist with the handling, packaging, labeling, and transport of hazardous or radioactive materials as needed.
- Conduct post‑incident evaluations to determine root causes and recommend future prevention measures.
- Work collaboratively with environmental, safety, and facility teams to maintain readiness for emergency situations.
- Maintain equipment, PPE, and response tools to ensure operational readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Hazardous Waste Responder or in HAZMAT emergency response.
- Knowledge of federal and state environmental laws (e.g., EPA, DOT, OSHA, RCRA).
- Experience using Level A–D PPE and responding to chemical, hazardous, or unknown material releases.
- Strong understanding of spill containment, decontamination procedures, and waste disposition.
- Ability to work in potentially hazardous environments while following established safety procedures.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT).
Preferred Qualifications
- HAZWOPER 40‑hour certification (preferred or ability to obtain).
- Experience working in Department of State (DOS), federal, or high‑security environments.
- Additional certifications in hazardous materials emergency response or incident command (ICS/NIMS).
- Experience with environmental monitoring instruments (e.g., PID, FID, radiation detectors, gas monitors).
Compensation Details:
$115,000-$122,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
02/10/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
