Senior Operations Technician Energy

AtkinsRéalis; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a Senior Operations Technician Energy to support nuclear operations. You will lead safety-oriented process activities, operate forklifts and hoists, and ensure compliance with DSA/TSR and ALARA principles.

Requires a high school diploma; 4 years DOE/Nuclear Operations experience preferred; US citizenship required. Expected compensation is $21–$35 per hour depending on skills and location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4 years of DOE/Nuclear Operations experience preferred.
• Forklift or manlift experience preferred.
• Hoisting and rigging experience preferred.
• Experience with fissile materials and radiological areas preferred.
• Basic MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Stop work when unsafe conditions arise.
• Ensure compliance with safety documentation and procedures.
• Oversee support personnel to comply with ESH&Q and site requirements.
• Identify potential incidents and report to supervisor.
• Operate equipment and perform rigging and lifting tasks.
• Support ISMS principles and safety culture.

Skills

Safety procedures

Team supervision

Hazard recognition

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Manlift operation

Rigging

ISMS knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Operations Technician Energy, to join our Team in our Oak Ridge, TN office.

Your role

• Stops work without fear of reprisal for unsafe conditions potentially affecting personnel safety or environmental risk.
• Maintains compliance with requirements of safety documentation [including Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSR)] and in accordance with Conduct of Operations guidelines and approved procedures.
• Oversees activities of support personnel to ensure compliance with ESH&Q and facility-specific requirements.
• Identifies potential occurrences or upset/unusual conditions and reports them to the Operations Supervisor.
• Ensures good housekeeping and combustible loading requirements are met.
• Conducts process operations in accordance with approved programs, procedures, and As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles.
• Performs work as Fissionable Material Handler (FMH) responsible for operating process equipment containing fissionable material or handling, moving or otherwise changing the location of fissionable material. Able to learn FMH controls, pass an exam, and maintain proficiency.
• Supports facility operations and maintenance activities that would require wearing a respirator, as needed.
• Performs walkdowns and validations for new processes and procedures.
• Labels system components by procedure guidelines.
• Operates manlifts, forklifts, bridge crane and handles rigging operations.
• Supports the execution of Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) guiding principles and core functions and the Isotek Safety Culture.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About you

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years of DOE/Nuclear Operations experience preferred.
• Forklift or manlift operating experience preferred.
• Hoisting and rigging experience preferred.
• Experience working remotely with fissile materials and in radiological contamination areas, including Hot Cells, preferred.
• Basic communication, verbal and written skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn ventilation, steam, air and water system components and functionality and qualify to operate systems.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter.
• US citizenship required for AtkinsRéalis Isotek Systems project positions.
• Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $21-$35 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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