Operations Technician – GEH Morris Operation

GE Vernova, Inc.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Vernova's Morris Operation facility seeks a skilled operations technician to support safe nuclear waste storage activities on a rotating shift. You will perform rounds, operate equipment, monitor systems, and conduct maintenance while following safety, quality, and regulatory procedures.

The role requires five years of nuclear operations experience, the ability to obtain site access and PPE, and independent judgment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of commercial nuclear or military nuclear operations experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required site access authorizations and security clearances.
• Ability to work in radiologically controlled areas and utilize required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Uphold GEH Morris’s nuclear safety culture with emphasis on integrity, safety, security and quality.
• Perform rounds, monitor facility and equipment for compliance and safe operation.
• Independently conduct various operating, maintenance, and nuclear safety assignments.
• Operate equipment/systems including chiller, filtration, ventilation, and electric plant.
• Perform equipment repair and preventive maintenance.
• Operate radiological survey equipment and decontamination work; maintain radiological reports, logs, and records.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other heavy equipment as needed.
• As back shift emergency coordinator, take initial actions to stabilize site during off-normal conditions.
• Maintain shift status reports, logs, and records.
• Ensure compliance with regulations through procedures, calendars, databases and tracking systems.
• Work with minimum supervision and apply independent judgment.

Skills

Nuclear operations

Mechanical systems

Radiological surveys

Forklift/Crane operation

Emergency coordination

Electric drawings interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic work management systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role, you are part of a team responsible for safe operations at GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy’s Morris Operation facility (MO), a commercial nuclear waste storage facility. You will be assigned to a rotating shift, and independently conduct various operating, maintenance, and nuclear safety activities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Uphold GEH Morris’ nuclear safety culture, where work is performed with an overriding priority on integrity, safety, security and quality.
• Perform rounds, monitor facility and equipment to ensure compliance and safe operation.
• Independently conduct various operating, maintenance, and nuclear safety assignments.
• Operate equipment/systems, including chiller, filtration, ventilation, and electric plant
• Perform equipment repair and preventive maintenance
• Operate radiological survey equipment, perform area radiological surveys and decontamination work, maintain radiological reports, logs, and records
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other heavy equipment, as needed.
• As back shift emergency coordinator, take initial actions to stabilize site during off-normal conditions
• Maintain shift status reports, logs, and records
• Ensure compliance with all compliance, safety and quality regulations through use of procedures, compliance calendars, databases and tracking systems.
• Must work with minimum supervision, exercising independent judgment relative to techniques and methods pertinent to assigned area of responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five years of commercial nuclear or military nuclear operations experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical systems experience and troubleshooting capability.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required site access authorizations and security clearances.
• Ability to work in radiologically controlled areas and utilize required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Ability to operate computers and electronic work management systems.
• Willingness to complete required certifications, including Emergency Coordinator qualification.
• Ability to work overtime and varying work schedules as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pump and valve maintenance experience.
• Industrial HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• Health Physics or Radiological Controls experience.
• Knowledge of fluid systems and plant operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a highly regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The weekly pay for this position is 2,067.28 USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 30, 2026. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date). GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.