Process Technician - Sorting

Job Description / Tasks / Responsibilities

Loads and packs materials into containers for transportation, functions as a control room operator as required, operates a forklift and other heavy equipment as required and reviews documentation of radioactive materials for completion and accuracy.  Operates specialized sorting, segregation, size reduction, treatment, and repackaging operations in strict accordance with procedures. May specialize in one area but will attain knowledge and skills in other areas of operations.

Follows all safety rules, regulations and procedures. Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Receives oral and / or written instructions from supervisors. Reads and interprets equipment, operations and procedures manuals, as well as waste processing specifications, to be accountable for activities within assigned areas.

Operates machinery as required.

Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) up to level A when working in contaminated zones following the company’s health physics regulations.

Maintains all logs, manifests, records and reports associated with all operations areas to issue and / or maintain the identity of all materials using bar codes.

Receives, unloads, identifies, weighs and processes materials through sorting, shredding, overpacking, sea / land operation, resin, compaction, decontamination, special waste operation, metal melting, incineration, tracking systems operation and demolition support activities.

Prepares, seals and inspects containers for containment, reliability and redirect as required ensuring quality and reliability of product integrity.

Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly facility inspection rounds to ensure safety systems are within tolerances.

Drives tractor-trailers or other rigs to transport radioactive and non-radioactive materials within a local area.

Prepares bill of lading for transportation of materials in accordance with Department of Transportation requirements.

Reviews, problem solves, performs data entry and quality checks on documentation of radioactive waste materials and outgoing radioactive shipments to ensure data is accurately tracked from receipt, through all operation processes and to final disposition.

Generates and reviews radioactive material shipment data to assure compliance with policies, procedures, licenses, contracts and appropriate regulations.

Performs control room operations.

Demonstrates familiarization with multiple processes such as special waste, material processes, decontamination, incineration, metal melt, compaction, warehouse / yard and tracking systems.

Works under supervision.

Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements / Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Effective communication skills

Ability to pass a pre-employment / hazwoper physical

Strong general knowledge of processes and procedures to perform work in zones safely

Basic computer skills

Proficient in a minimum of two areas

Proficient on work bench and / or Accutrack

Must be able to read and interpret Pick List instructions Physical / Mental Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds; handle, grip, and reach above or below shoulder

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (hot or cold)

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to work at elevated heights, i.e. portable ladders, fixed ladders, rolling platforms, etc.

Ability to use hands and feet to accomplish tasks as assigned

Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend / stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, twist at the waist and balance

Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location

Ability to see close and distance; basic colors / shades

Ability to work inside an office, outside and in extreme temperatures

Ability to work with machinery vibration, power tools, moving objects / hazardous machines, and slippery / uneven walking surfaces

Ability to work with others and interact with the public

Ability to operate equipment and drive a vehicle

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

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

Minimum of 1  year of experience

Preferred Experience

4 years 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.

Apply online at :   jobs.energysolutions.com