Hot Cell Technician: Radioisotope Processing & R&D

Oak Ridge National Lab; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Contributory Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Generous Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Legal Insurance with Identity Theft P

Employee Assistance Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Wellness Programs

Educational Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a dedicated Hot Cell Operations Technician to support dissolution, separation, purification, recovery and preparation of radioisotopes for R&D and production.

You will learn and apply procedures with tele-manipulators and hot cell equipment, maintain documentation, uphold ES&H standards, and work a rotating 12-hour shift as part of a team committed to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• AS degree in a technical field with a minimum two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Rad Worker II training (in-house after hire).
• Proven ability to work safely in accordance with ES&H standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete chemical processing operations including dissolution, separation, purification, recovery, and preparation of radioisotopes.
• Provide support to R&D, testing, and field application of equipment and processes using chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering principles.
• Assist IPMD supervision in completing assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Identify potential problems, recognize unexpected results, and troubleshoot complex operational issues.
• Prepare clear and accurate documentation for work performed.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly work areas.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by upholding core values and promoting a respectful workplace.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Eye-hand coordination

ES&H compliance

Education

AS degree in a technical field

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a dedicated Hot Cell Operations Technician to support dissolution, separation, purification, recovery and preparation of radioisotopes for R&D and production.

You will learn and apply procedures with tele-manipulators and hot cell equipment, maintain documentation, uphold ES&H standards, and work a rotating 12-hour shift as part of a team committed to safety and quality.