Operator 2

Description

• Participates in procedure development and revision, job hazard analysis and safety walkdowns as applicable.
• Performs a wide range of facility, equipment and machine operations associated with an EnergySolutions site/program/ project/function and or facility process(es). Ensures compliance with EnergySolutions policies and procedures and with local, state and federal regulations. Performs operations work as part of a team of semi-skilled and skilled workers (e.g., laborers; decontamination workers; and facility, equipment and process operators).
• Operates equipment under the direction of a Test Engineer, the Test Operations manager or a Shift Operations Manager in support of testing, commissioning and operations as applicable, according to location.
• Operates a variety of equipment: (Level 1) hand and power tools; (Level 2) small, fixed-facility (light) equipment; (Level 3) medium weight equipment; (Level 4) heavy equipment and (Level 5) cranes. Decontaminates equipment, machinery and work areas. Uses equipment to perform construction, demolition, material handling, waste treatment and soil remediation work. These tasks are necessary to maintain a healthy and productive workforce, to ensure smooth company operations and to ensure customer requirements are met.
• May provide training to Operator 1 employees as needed and reviews the work of others as needed.
• Complies with all local, state and federal health and safety regulations and site health and safety requirements.
• Monitors and operates equipment using normal, abnormal and emergency operating procedures. Operates equipment within the bounds of the Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) as applicable.
• May lead and direct the work of an Operator 1.
• Complies with all requirements for wearing personal protective equipment while performing job duties.
• Coordinates construction, maintenance, material selection and repair activities with maintenance and laboratory staff, contractors and vendors.
• Uses a variety of small, fixed-facility and light equipment such as water pumps, high-pressure washers and small forklifts to clean contaminated equipment and areas and to perform facility operations activities.
• Performs facility compliance and safety inspections (e.g., Best Available Technology and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act-related inspections) after obtaining necessary qualifications and as directed.

Requirements

• Ability to operate commercial motor vehicles, rotating equipment, material handling equipment, forklifts, in high places, near electrical shock sources, hands in water, and with heavy equipment
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to operate equipment using HMI
• Ability to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate small equipment
• General knowledge of local, state and federal health and safety regulations [e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)]
• Demonstrated ability to handle more complex work and schedule tasks assigned to Operator 1 employees as appropriate
• Working knowledge of machine construction, maintenance and deconstruction
• Ability to see close and distance, basic colors/shades, and peripheral vision
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record required. Evidence of insurability required.
• Basic written, verbal and organizational skills
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, kneel, crawl, and balance
• Ability to perform physically demanding work
• Certified in asbestos, beryllium, crane operator, CDL, hazardous waste, ionizing radiation, toxic gases, welding fumes, lead, radiation worker, and respirator medical qualification
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and environments wherein there is exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, chemicals and mechanical and electrical hazards
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player attitude
• Ability to perceive depth and adjust focus
• Basic hand/eye coordination; ability to manipulate packages
• Ability to obtain applicable qualification card required (for a Decontamination Operator 2, forklift operator, high pressure washer, BAT/RCRA inspector, sample technician, switchman or water or yard dog truck operator)
• Ability to comprehend procedure and work package instructions as applicable
• A minimum of 6 months of related experience as an Operator 1 or equivalent offsite experience
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds; handle, grip, and reach above or below shoulder
• Ability to use hands and feet to accomplish tasks as assigned
• Ability to wear protective equipment such as: respirator, goggles, ear plugs, hard hat, gloves, steel toe boots with or without shank, and full body protective clothing
• Ability to read small text, blueprints, documents, procedures, instrument readouts and wiring diagrams
• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to climb hand-over-hand on ladders, stairs, and scaffold
• Basic math, and computer skills; mechanical ability
• Strong listening skills
• Ability to successfully pass a fundamentals entry examination as applicable
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to operate electronics and computers to diagnose and repair machines used to perform job duties
• Ability to understand and apply health and safety regulations and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to perform maintenance and repairs on fixed, small-scale industrial equipment used to perform job duties
• Ability to work inside an office, outside, in extreme temperatures, in humid or dry conditions, or in confined spaces
• Normal vision (with or without correction)
• For jobs located at the Salt Waste location, must be qualified as a Salt Waste Processing Facility/Parsons Technology Center (PTC) Operator
• Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
• Working knowledge of facility processes, operations and equipment
• Ability to perform highly repetitive motions with fingers, hands, wrists, shoulders, and legs

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance