Supervisor Nuclear Operations
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting multidisciplinary research in computing, AI, energy, materials, nuclear science, neutron science, isotopes, and national security.
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About Oak Ridge National Laboratory
ORNL is a government-owned, contractor-operated U.S. Department of Energy research laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. UT-Battelle operates ORNL for DOE; the laboratory currently provides AI and high-performance-computing capabilities alongside science and engineering research infrastructure.
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About the Role
You will lead hot cell operations and ensure research work is performed safely and in compliance with approved procedures. You will coach staff, develop work packages, schedule facility activities, troubleshoot operational issues, manage radioactive waste activities, and conduct job briefings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of relevant nonreactor nuclear hot cell facility experience, or equivalent education and experience
- At least 4 years of nuclear operations experience
- Demonstrated team leadership experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain Department of Energy clearance
- Pass a pre-placement drug test and participate in random drug testing
- Complete a pre-hire physical
Responsibilities
- Lead hot cell facility operations
- Coach and mentor operations staff
- Ensure work complies with approved work packages and operating procedures
- Develop and revise work packages and procedures
- Schedule research tasks within the facilities
- Troubleshoot complex operational problems
- Maintain Hot Cell Operator qualifications
- Coordinate radioactive waste removal, inspection, segregation, and disposition
- Conduct pre- and post-job briefings
- Ensure environmental, safety, health, industrial hygiene, and quality compliance
Benefits
- Medical plan
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work hours
- On-site fitness facilities
- Banking facilities
- Cafeteria facilities
- Prescription drug plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Contributory pension plan
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Vacation and holidays
- Parental leave
- Legal insurance with identity theft protection
- Employee assistance plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings accounts
- Wellness programs
- Relocation assistance
- Employee discounts