Metals Processing Technician II — Safe Waste & Material Handling

EnergySolutions; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergySolutions is seeking a capable Radiological Materials Handler to join our Oak Ridge operations. The role focuses on loading, sorting, packaging, and transporting radioactive and non-radioactive materials in strict accordance with procedures.

Safety is paramount: you will wear PPE, follow health physics regulations, and maintain detailed logs and shipment records. A high school diploma and OSHA/Hazwoper certifications are required, with experience preferred in waste processing and material

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications: Forklift and crane operating certifications; DOE Certified Rad Worker II and respirator qualified; Hazwoper 24 hour and RCRA qualified; PIV/confined space preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year; 4 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, pack, and inspect materials for transportation.
• Operate machinery and forklift; follow procedures.
• Maintain logs, manifests, and shipment documentation.
• Ensure safety rules and PPE usage.
• Conduct facility rounds and ensure quality of containment.
• Transport materials and prepare bills of lading.

Skills

Read & interpret documents

Effective communication

Hazwoper physical

Process & safety knowledge

Basic computer skills

Two-area proficiency

Workbench / Accutrack

Read Pick List instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Crane operating certification

DOE Rad Worker II

Respirator qualification

PIV / confined space qualification

Job description

EnergySolutions is seeking a capable Radiological Materials Handler to join our Oak Ridge operations. The role focuses on loading, sorting, packaging, and transporting radioactive and non-radioactive materials in strict accordance with procedures.

Safety is paramount: you will wear PPE, follow health physics regulations, and maintain detailed logs and shipment records. A high school diploma and OSHA/Hazwoper certifications are required, with experience preferred in waste processing and material