Operations Technical Specialist

Job Summary:

The Operations Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient startup, testing, and operation of the advanced technology uranium enrichment research, development, and testing equipment (mechanical and electrical). The Operations Technician will also be responsible for centrifuge assembly, transport, installation, pump down, integrated system testing, start-up, operation, and repairs. The Operations Technicians reports to the Operations Shift Supervisor. The incumbent adheres to plant policies, rules, and regulations to ensure a safe workplace and to remain compliant with procedures from operations, environmental, safety, quality assurance, security, and other groups. Instructs or mentors other operations technicians/associate technicians.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

• Work with cross functional teams to plan equipment testing requirements, develop operating procedures, training modules and routine operation inspections.
• Assist with equipment turnover from construction and perform installation, startup, and functional acceptance testing.
• Monitor, adjust, and control equipment, mobile equipment, systems, structures, and components ensuring proper operation and record data on approved round sheets and forms in accordance with approved operating procedures.
• Adjust equipment settings manually and through computer control, start-up, shut down and validate performance in accordance with approved procedures or test plans.
• Respond to equipment status alarms with approved Alarm Response procedures under normal, off normal and emergency response conditions.
• Maintain narrative log of shift activities and operational evolutions.
• Use equipment and instruments to monitor personnel and work areas for potential radiological, chemical, and physical hazards.
• May perform and/or assist with a variety of maintenance activities to support system and facility start up, performance testing, select repair, and operation. Perform walk-through inspections of assigned areas; document and provide resolution for identified deficiencies.
• May assist in the creation and or maintenance of all required procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate of Science Degree in Engineering/Physical Sciences or successful completion of the US Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program or equivalent technical experience with High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Within the past eight (8) years, must have three (3) years of plant operator experience in the chemical, nuclear, power generation, and critical infrastructure industries, or similar military experience

Other Requirements :

• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” level security clearance.
• Must be able to travel for training and development as requested by management.
• Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule and meet physical demands of the position.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to complete Centrus Qualification Standards and Job Specific Training Program
• Must be able to work in Personal Protective Equipment as required by Health.
Physics/Safety requirements, i.e., respirator, anti-Cs, or electrical safety gear

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

"This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require a preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a DOE security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required."

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minorities/Disabled/Vets