Nuclear Facility Operator

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States' security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory's mission.

Pay Range

$50.28 - $61.57 Hourly

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We have an opening for aNuclear Facility Operatorto support ongoing activities to ensure the operational readiness of nuclear facilities. You will work on complex technical tasks and implement technical guidelines, nuclear facility standards, specifications, and procedures. Work may involve Beryllium, radioactive/fissile materials, other hazardous materials, and classified parts and documents. This position is in the Superblock within the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

In this role, you will

• Control and monitor operations associated with engineered safety features as identified in Building Documented Safety Analyses (DSAs) and control and monitor operating support systems that could affect engineered safety features.
• Ensure that change controls, monitoring parameters, and procedures associated with facility systems are within the approved safety envelope.
• Ensure the maintenance of all facility systems.
• Perform daily pre-operational checks and verifying that the minimum staffing requirements are met before opening facilities for approved activities.
• Ensure that compliance with the facilities Limiting Conditions for Operations (LCOs) is maintained and perform actions when LCOs or surveillance requirements are not met.
• Ensure that the facility surveillance requirements are performed within the required frequency and in accordance with approved procedures by trained personnel.
• Support and assist the Nuclear Materials Technology Program Facilities and the Operations and Maintenance manager with day-to-day facility operations.
• Provide on-call support to the facility with a limited response time, after hours and weekends on a rotating basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Associate's degree in electronics, mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with personal computers and associated desktop office software is used in coordination of schedules, system details, and project quality.
• Strong involvement in compliance with ES&H and Security requirements and associated LLNL policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex technical problems.
• Experience reviewing, tracking, and monitoring of service work orders regarding estimates, schedules, and status.
• Effective written and verbal communication, feedback, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work overtime/weekends and adjusted schedules, as needed.
• Ability to complete and maintain certification as a Certified Facility Operator, which includes on the job training, become medically qualified to wear respiratory and other protective equipment, and perform moderate work efforts while wearing respirators.
• Advanced skills and understanding of relevant technologies and processes, including standards, procedures and techniques related to coordination.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience working with radioactive/fissile materials within a nuclear facility or power plant.
• Experience fulfilling Work Control process and procedure requirements and Quality Assurance/Quality Control documentation skills used in an engineering environment.
• Ability to train others and provide technical direction to team members.
• Demonstrated ability/commitment to promote and value inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability principles in the workplace.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• FlexibleBenefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our core beliefs - visithttps://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.If you are selected, wewill initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if youmeet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the useand/or possession ofmobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area whereyou are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile devicein your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Ifyou useamedical device, whichpairs with a mobile device,you must still follow the rules concerningthe mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities requireseparate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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