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Job description:
NAC Philotechnics is seeking a motivated Business Development Representative (home office based or located in San Diego) to develop new customer accounts and sales opportunities for our Waste Management Services Business Unit. This position will help expand NAC Philotechnics’ presence throughout the Western United States, with emphasis on California and other assigned western markets.
This is a new-business-focused sales role. The successful candidate will identify prospective customers, establish relationships with decision makers, conduct customer visits, understand procurement cycles, qualify opportunities, and build a disciplined sales pipeline. The Representative will work with NAC Philotechnics’ technical and operational personnel to develop waste management solutions that address each customer’s needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a territory sales plan focused on new customer acquisition in assigned western markets.
- Research and prioritize prospective accounts based on market sector, potential service need, opportunity value, procurement timing, and fit with NAC Philotechnics’ capabilities.
- Conduct outbound prospecting through telephone, email, referrals, professional networks, trade associations, conferences, industry events, and in-person visits.
- Identify and build relationships with customer decision makers, technical personnel, radiation safety and environmental staff, procurement contacts, and contracting representatives.
- Identify customer budgeting, vendor-registration, qualification, solicitation, bid, award, contract renewal, and purchasing cycles.
- Develop opportunities before formal requests for quotation or proposal are issued and position NAC Philotechnics for future procurements and approved-vendor opportunities.
- Qualify opportunities by gathering information about customer needs, project scope, schedule, location, waste types, estimated volumes, transportation requirements, and contracting approach.
- Maintain accurate CRM records for prospects, contacts, activity, opportunity value, sales stage, probability, expected solicitation and award dates, and next actions.
- Coordinate customer discussions with NAC Philotechnics subject-matter experts and gather information needed for budgets, quotations, estimates, and proposals.
- Support proposal clarification, contract award, and commercial-to-operational handoff while authorized personnel retain responsibility for technical, regulatory, pricing, and operational approvals.
- Meet established objectives for customer meetings, proposals, pipeline development and new accounts.
- Learn and represent Company services to clients pertaining to radioactive and mixed waste management, waste characterization, packaging, transportation, logistics, and disposal coordination and related programs
- Over time learn and support Company services pertaining to decommissioning and radiological field services and technical consulting and project support.
Position Qualifications:
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
- Two to five years of outside sales, business development, account development, industrial services, environmental services, transportation, or related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to identify prospects, initiate contact, develop customer relationships, and move opportunities through a structured sales process.
- Ability to research organizations, identify decision makers, understand procurement processes, and develop market-based account plans.
- Strong written, verbal, presentation, negotiation, organizational, and relationship-development skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
- Ability to work independently, maintain consistent follow-up, and perform effectively in a project-based business environment.
- Ability to obtain access to commercial, industrial, research, and government facilities.
Requirements
- <25% - 40% Travel to Company office in San Diego and Client locations on the West Coast.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience. Comprehensive benefits may include group health coverage, 401(k) match, performance bonus or sales incentive eligibility, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Specific compensation and incentive compensation terms will be provided during the selection process.
About NAC Philotechnics:
NAC Philotechnics is a 45-year-old radiological services company headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with additional operations and offices supporting customers across the United States. We provide radiological decommissioning services and radioactive and mixed hazardous waste packaging, manifesting, processing, transportation, and disposal services for commercial, research, industrial, and government customers. NAC Philotechnics is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Job description:
NAC Philotechnics is seeking a motivated Business Development Representative (home office based or located in San Diego) to develop new customer accounts and sales opportunities for our Waste Management Services Business Unit. This position will help expand NAC Philotechnics’ presence throughout the Western United States, with emphasis on California and other assigned western markets.
This is a new-business-focused sales role. The successful candidate will identify prospective customers, establish relationships with decision makers, conduct customer visits, understand procurement cycles, qualify opportunities, and build a disciplined sales pipeline. The Representative will work with NAC Philotechnics’ technical and operational personnel to develop waste management solutions that address each customer’s needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a territory sales plan focused on new customer acquisition in assigned western markets.
- Research and prioritize prospective accounts based on market sector, potential service need, opportunity value, procurement timing, and fit with NAC Philotechnics’ capabilities.
- Conduct outbound prospecting through telephone, email, referrals, professional networks, trade associations, conferences, industry events, and in-person visits.
- Identify and build relationships with customer decision makers, technical personnel, radiation safety and environmental staff, procurement contacts, and contracting representatives.
- Identify customer budgeting, vendor-registration, qualification, solicitation, bid, award, contract renewal, and purchasing cycles.
- Develop opportunities before formal requests for quotation or proposal are issued and position NAC Philotechnics for future procurements and approved-vendor opportunities.
- Qualify opportunities by gathering information about customer needs, project scope, schedule, location, waste types, estimated volumes, transportation requirements, and contracting approach.
- Maintain accurate CRM records for prospects, contacts, activity, opportunity value, sales stage, probability, expected solicitation and award dates, and next actions.
- Coordinate customer discussions with NAC Philotechnics subject-matter experts and gather information needed for budgets, quotations, estimates, and proposals.
- Support proposal clarification, contract award, and commercial-to-operational handoff while authorized personnel retain responsibility for technical, regulatory, pricing, and operational approvals.
- Meet established objectives for customer meetings, proposals, pipeline development and new accounts.
- Learn and represent Company services to clients pertaining to radioactive and mixed waste management, waste characterization, packaging, transportation, logistics, and disposal coordination and related programs
- Over time learn and support Company services pertaining to decommissioning and radiological field services and technical consulting and project support.
Position Qualifications:
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
- Two to five years of outside sales, business development, account development, industrial services, environmental services, transportation, or related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to identify prospects, initiate contact, develop customer relationships, and move opportunities through a structured sales process.
- Ability to research organizations, identify decision makers, understand procurement processes, and develop market-based account plans.
- Strong written, verbal, presentation, negotiation, organizational, and relationship-development skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
- Ability to work independently, maintain consistent follow-up, and perform effectively in a project-based business environment.
- Ability to obtain access to commercial, industrial, research, and government facilities.
Requirements
- <25% - 40% Travel to Company office in San Diego and Client locations on the West Coast.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience. Comprehensive benefits may include group health coverage, 401(k) match, performance bonus or sales incentive eligibility, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Specific compensation and incentive compensation terms will be provided during the selection process.
About NAC Philotechnics:
NAC Philotechnics is a 45-year-old radiological services company headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with additional operations and offices supporting customers across the United States. We provide radiological decommissioning services and radioactive and mixed hazardous waste packaging, manifesting, processing, transportation, and disposal services for commercial, research, industrial, and government customers. NAC Philotechnics is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: Remote
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in waste management specialist jobs.
- Knowledge of RCRA, EPA solid and hazardous waste regulations, and applicable state environmental codes
- Experience preparing and tracking hazardous waste manifests and disposal documentation
- CDL Class B license or ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe after hire
- Proficiency with waste tracking software and environmental compliance management platforms
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or current HAZWOPER refresher training
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Waste Management Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to compliance specifics
Hiring managers scan for exact regulatory frameworks you've worked under. Name the specific EPA programs, RCRA requirements, or state solid waste regulations you've managed rather than listing 'environmental compliance' as a generic skill.
Highlight certifications before your degree
Many waste management specialist postings weight credentials like CHMM, RCRA training certificates, or CDL Class B above a bachelor's degree. Lead your credentials section with these so they're visible before a recruiter reaches your education history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists waste management specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by waste stream type
Job listings often specify the waste stream: hazardous, solid, medical, or electronic. Applying to roles that match your hands-on experience with a particular stream immediately separates you from candidates with only general environmental backgrounds.
Prepare scenario answers about regulatory audits
Interviewers frequently ask how you've handled an inspection, agency notice, or compliance gap. Prepare at least two concrete examples that name the agency involved, what you found, and how you resolved it without prompting from counsel.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Waste management roles vary widely in whether you're managing vendors, writing manifests, training staff, or doing all three. Clarify which responsibilities are yours versus contracted out before you accept, so the day-one reality matches the job description.
Waste Management Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most waste management specialists?
AtkinsRéalis, Markon, and Novelis are hiring the most waste management specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Arizona, and Idaho, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal governments and large environmental services contractors tend to post the highest volumes year-round.
How many waste management specialist jobs are remote?
About 0% of waste management specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site waste handling, inspections, or facility oversight. Compliance auditing, regulatory reporting, and program coordination roles are the sub-areas most likely to offer partial or full remote arrangements.
How do you become a waste management specialist?
Start with a degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field, then pursue HAZWOPER certification and any state-required solid or hazardous waste training. Entry-level roles in environmental technician or waste coordinator positions build the hands-on experience with manifests, inspections, and regulatory reporting that employers expect before moving into specialist titles.
Can you get hired as a waste management specialist with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with minimal direct experience if you hold current HAZWOPER certification and can demonstrate familiarity with waste manifest procedures or EPA regulatory frameworks from coursework or volunteer environmental work. Focus your applications on municipal solid waste programs and smaller environmental services contractors, which tend to have more structured entry-level pathways than large industrial facilities.
What does the waste management specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen to verify certifications and regulatory knowledge, followed by an in-person interview with a hiring manager and often an environmental or safety compliance lead. Expect scenario-based questions about how you've handled a manifest discrepancy, agency inspection, or waste stream classification issue, and in some cases a site walkthrough to assess your familiarity with operational conditions.
Where can I find and apply to waste management specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to waste management specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and certifications, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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