Operator

Urenco; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Urenco USA in Eunice, NM is seeking an on-site enrichment plant operator to monitor and run uranium enrichment equipment and related systems. A DOE security clearance and ERO qualification are required, with a 12-hour rotating shift (4 days on, 5 days off) including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Relocation assistance is available. You will progress through Operator training, gain control room qualifications, and participate in safety and emergency drills as part of a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of combined related work experience in a technical, chemical, or operations work environment, AND/OR education.
• 2 years MUST be in related work experience at an operating nuclear facility performing a related role (operator, maintenance, or RP).

Responsibilities

• Operate enrichment process and plant utility systems and equipment.
• Monitor, control, and operate uranium enrichment equipment to produce enriched uranium while protecting health and safety.
• Maintain plant logs, conduct routine tours, and report issues to supervisors.
• Perform Incipient Fire Brigade and Emergency Plan duties up to Incident Commander level; participate in drills.

Job description

Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility located in Eunice, NM, is the only large‑scale uranium enrichment facility in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on‑site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy.

Summary of Responsibilities

Monitors, controls, and operates uranium enrichment equipment and other production related equipment at Urenco USA to produce enriched uranium while protecting the health and safety of the public and plant employees and preventing damage to plant equipment and structures.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of combined related work experience in a technical, chemical, or operations work environment, AND/OR education
  • 2 years MUST be in related work experience at an operating nuclear facility performing a related role (for example, operator, maintenance, or RP).

Job Details

• Work Location: UUSA site in Eunice, NM

• Rotating Shift: 12-hour shift, 4 days on, 5 days off

• Days/Nights/ weekends/ and some holidays
• Travel may be required less than 10% of the time
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy L security clearance.
• Emergency Response Organization (ERO) qualification is required
• Potential environmental conditions include: general office environment, extreme cold or heat, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, plant/production environment, high, precarious places, low light, near moving mechanical parts, outdoors, radiation, risk of electrical shock, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration, and wet or humid conditions (non-weather).

Primary Functions

• Achieve and maintain qualifications as an enrichment plant operator up to and including Control Room Operator qualification in accordance with the UUSA Operator training program.
• Perform the following under moderate supervision:
  • Operate enrichment process and plant utility systems and equipment.
  • Perform cylinder handling activities including connecting and disconnecting cylinders, sampling, and blending operations.
  • Maintain awareness of plant conditions by conducting routine tours, rounds, and maintaining plant logs.
  • Identify issues with equipment, processes, and procedures and ensure timely reporting to plant supervisors.
  • Perform routine housekeeping and spill clean‑up as needed.
• Perform plant Incipient Fire Brigade and Emergency Plan duties and responsibilities up to the level of Incident Commander; participate in training and drills related to both.
• Provide on the job training to operators in training for qualifications you hold.
• Understand system design capabilities and operation of the UUSA uranium enrichment process equipment and plant utility systems.
• Create/review new procedures and revisions to existing procedures.
• Consistently exhibit UUSA Core Values and Foundational Behaviors.

The duties and responsibilities listed above do not reflect the position description in full and in complete detail.

Benefits

For Benefits Information click here.

Compensation starting at: $ 94807- 131094/ year and up dependent on candidate experience.

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages minorities, females, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug free environment.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at [e-mail].

Urenco USA | A trusted leader in meeting the world’s demand for sustainable energy.

Urenco USA (UUSA) is part of an international company that operates on the cutting‑edge of the nuclear energy industry, utilizing the world’s most advanced, energy‑efficient, and cost‑effective method to enrich uranium. As the only enrichment facility in North America, UUSA helps provide clean, sustainable energy while operating under a framework of high environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance standards. Our world‑class facility is located in the middle of the EnergyPlex. We strive to promote the production of nuclear energy to facilitate the transition to a low‑carbon economy while remaining dedicated to safety and investing in community outreach.

Enrich your future!

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