Respirator Technician (Weekend Shift)

EnergySolutions; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

EnergySolutions is seeking an entry-level worker to maintain and sanitize respirators, following OSHA regulations and company policies. You will disassemble, clean, inspect, test and record certifications for respirators used by employees.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, basic computer skills, and the ability to work in varying weather and industrial environments. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read computer screens and printed documents.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to pass pre-employment Hazwoper physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper functioning, cleaning and sanitization of respirators per OSHA and company policies.
• Disassembles, cleans, inspects and tests respirators for safety and compliance.
• Stores respirators to prevent damage and contamination.
• Maintains records of inspection, certification and serial numbers.
• Performs routine and emergency respirator cleaning after use and during fit testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Respirator maintenance

Safety awareness

Team player

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

NOTE: Upon successful completion of training, this position will transition to a weekend shift schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities

• Ensures the proper functioning, cleanliness and sanitization of respirators used by EnergySolutions employees. Performs routine cleaning, maintenance and repairs of respirators. Ensures respirators are cleaned, sanitized, tested and inspected in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, manufacturer instructions and company policies and procedures.
• Disassembles, cleans, disinfects, stores, inspects, repairs and tests respirators in accordance with OSHA regulations and manufacturer specifications. These tasks are necessary to ensure worker health and safety by protecting users from inhaling harmful dust, fumes, vapors and/or gases and to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and local, state and federal regulations.
• Cleans and disinfects respirators maintained for routine and emergency use after each use.
• Cleans and disinfects respirators used in fit testing and training after each use.
• Inspects respirators maintained for use in emergency situations at least monthly for proper functioning.
• Ensures respirators are stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, damaging chemicals and any possible deformation of the face piece and exhalation valve.
• Ensures respirators are kept accessible to work areas.
• Tests respirators for proper functioning, tightness of connections and condition of various parts including, but not limited to, the face piece, head straps, valves, connecting tube and cartridges, canisters and filters.
• Checks elastomeric parts for pliability and signs of deterioration.
• Certifies respirators by documenting the date of inspection, name (or signature) of the inspector, inspection findings, any required remedial action and a serial number or other means of identifying the respirator.
• Provides evidence of certification on a tag or label that is attached to the storage compartment for the respirator, is kept with the respirator or is included in inspection reports stored as paper or electronic files. Maintains this information until replaced by documentation from a subsequent certification.
• Collects, sorts, stacks, and packages protective clothing from cleaning and laundry operations.
• Retrieves soiled scrubs and replenishes supply.
• Prepares laundry samples and bar code laundry boxes for inventory prior to shipment.
• Follows all safety rules, regulations and procedures. Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Receives oral and/or written instructions from supervisors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and team player attitude
• Strong listening skills
• Normal vision (with or without correction)
• General knowledge of OSHA requirements for the care and maintenance of respirators
• Ability to understand and apply health and safety regulations and requirements
• Ability to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and environments wherein there is exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, chemicals and mechanical and electrical hazards
• Ability to bend and stoop for intermittent periods of time
• Ability to pass a pre-employment/hazwoper physical
• Basic computer skills

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or GED

Certifications

• Forklift and crane operating certifications
• DOE Certified Rad Worker II and respirator qualified
• 24 hour Hazwoper certification and Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) qualified
• Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Qualified/confined space qualified preferred

Required Experience

• None required. This is an entry-level position that will involve on-the-job training.

Preferred Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.