Nuclear Chemical Operator

WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

4-10 schedule

Job summary

CPCCo seeks a supervisor-level professional to oversee waste handling operations at the Columbia River site. You will carry out assignments across many areas, operate diversified equipment, lead troubleshooting and training, and mentor junior staff.

This role includes enforcing Technical Safety Requirements and RCRA compliance for about 11,000 waste containers, supporting readiness activities, and preparing for resumed TRU waste shipments to WIPP in Carlsbad, NM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Level "L" Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assignments across many areas, operating diversified equipment and leading troubleshooting and training of staff.
• Perform surveillance for Technical Safety Requirements and RCRA compliance for ~11,000 waste containers; support readiness and shipping operations.

Job description

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

Responsible for carrying out assignments in many different areas covering a wide variety of products and processes, in operating diversified equipment, in performing a sequence of complex operations. Work with a minimum of supervision and take the lead in performing work including troubleshooting, indoctrination of new employees, emergency procedures, and similar items. May direct and train others.

This position is part of the Workforce Substance Abuse/Testing Designated Position (WSAP/TDP) as defined under 10 CFR 707.7 and subject to unannounced random testing.

This position is part of the Waste Projects and Operations (WP&O) Supervisory Workgroup.

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Have or be able to obtain a DOE Level "L" Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

Qualified Journeyman.

This work is at a DOE Hazard Category 2 non-reactor nuclear facility. Perform surveillance for Technical Safety Requirements and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) compliance for the approximately 11,000 waste containers we have in storage, and our inactive burial grounds as well as the active, permitted, mixed waste burial trenches and the US Navy reactor compartment disposal trench. Support and participate alongside a dedicated crew in Low Level, TRU, and mixed waste management activities. Support both readiness activities and the upcoming full shipping operations as the Central Waste Complex prepares to resume shipping TRU waste to the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.

Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):

Starting hourly rate ranges from $33.129 to $55.215, depending on previous experience and education per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Step increases occur every 6 months until pay reaches top of the scale.

This position is also eligible for weekly certification pay following a progressive scale. Certification pay is based on length of service. Certification pay ranges from $10.00 to $62.50 per week.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.

CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers

An added benefit/perk you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, includes a standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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