Operator I

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Urenco USA, located in Eunice, NM, is seeking operators to monitor and operate uranium enrichment equipment at our on-site facility. This role requires working a 12-hour rotating shift (4 days on, 5 days off) with days/nights, weekends, and some holidays.

DOE security clearance and ERO qualifications are required or must be obtained. Relocation assistance is available to eligible applicants; successful candidates will join a team dedicated to safety and precision in a demanding production

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of related work experience in a technical, chemical, or operations environment preferred.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment assessment will be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate enrichment process and plant utility systems and equipment.
• Perform cylinder handling activities including connecting/disconnecting cylinders, sampling, and blending operations.
• Maintain plant logs and monitor conditions to identify issues and report them promptly.
• Participate in Emergency Plan duties and training as needed.
• Provide on-the-job training to operators in training for qualifications you hold.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.
• 1 year of related work experience in a technical, chemical, or operations work environment PREFERRED
• Successful completion of a Pre-employment Assessment will be required.

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

Compensation starting at: $ 78353 - 87059 / 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 protected 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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