Metals Process Technician II — Nuclear Waste Operations

Energy Solutions, LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Solutions, LLC is seeking a skilled operator for handling radioactive materials and related waste processing operations. Responsibilities include loading, sorting, repackaging, decontamination, and incineration, with strict adherence to procedures and health physics regulations.

The role requires forklift/crane certifications, HazWoper and respirator qualifications, and the ability to read complex documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• DOE Rad Worker II certification required.
• HazWoper 24-hour certification required.
• RCRA qualification preferred.
• PIV/confined space qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and pack materials into containers for transportation.
• Operate control room and heavy equipment as required.
• Review documentation of radioactive materials for accuracy.
• Maintain logs, manifests, records, and barcode tracking.
• Prepare bill of lading in accordance with DOT rules.
• Conduct facility inspection rounds for safety compliance.
• Perform operations across sorting, shredding, repackaging, decontamination, incineration, and related processes.

Skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Effective communication

Pre-employment HazWoper physical

General process knowledge

Basic computer skills

Accutrack proficiency

Pick List interpretation

Education

High School Diploma

DOE Certified Rad Worker II

HazWoper 24-hr certification

RCRA qualification

PIV qualified / confined space

Tools

Forklift and crane operation certifications

PIV (Powered Industrial Vehicle)

Respirator qualification

Accutrack software

Job description

Energy Solutions, LLC is seeking a skilled operator for handling radioactive materials and related waste processing operations. Responsibilities include loading, sorting, repackaging, decontamination, and incineration, with strict adherence to procedures and health physics regulations.

The role requires forklift/crane certifications, HazWoper and respirator qualifications, and the ability to read complex documentation.