Chemical Operator UCOR Oak Ridge, TN Job Details Full-time From $38.64 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Associate of Applied Science Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or GED Driver's License Associate's degree

Full Job Description Classification Title:

Chemical Operator Grade:

26-30N (Union

X10 ATLC

) Requisition No.: 2477

BU Number of Positions:

2

Location:

ORNL Organization:

COO Department:

LGWO Project Assignment:

Nuclear Operations Posting Date:

4/28/2025

Closing Date:

5/12 2025

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate of Applied Science in Chemistry or other related science; ELT in U.S. Navy Nuclear Program or other equivalent experience required.

Job Duties:

Follows established methods and techniques in performing a single or sequence of operations required in various production and development processes associated with the chemical and physical change of materials. Adjusts, regulates, controls and operates a wide variety of standard and specialized processes and associated equipment. Uses various measuring and recording equipment and devices. Maintains detailed records of inventory and process quantities. Must undergo extensive training, examination and certification in required areas. Segregate Nuclear and Chemical process waste and package for shipment/disposal in accordance with applicable regulations, DOE orders and UCOR procedures. Respond to alarms at Tank Farms, Control Rooms and other Facilities. Responsible for record documentation related to facility operations. Must successfully pass Operator qualification/requalification program as required.

Job-Related Qualifications Required:

Requires 36 months minimum experience in Nuclear Facility Operations related to the job duties, or the equivalent combination of relevant experience and training. Must be able to pass an alcohol and drug screen. Must maintain a valid driver's license. Must be able to drive/operate government equipment/vehicles. Must be able to read, write and understand written and oral instructions, procedures, Radiological Work Permits, facility/equipment postings, operator aids, and other applicable documents. Must achieve competency with data entry techniques. Must meet the physical requirements for Non-Reactor Nuclear (NRN) worker as identified in DOE Order No. 426.2. Must be able to work safely with hazardous chemicals and radiological contamination by recognizing hazards and working with specifically defined requirements. Must be able to meet medical requirements for wearing personal protective equipment including respirators, anticontamination clothing, splash and leak proof clothing and hearing protection. Routinely lifts, moves and transports 25-30 lbs. Routinely climbs ladders and stairs as part of daily function. Shift work will be required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE clearance. Must meet education and minimum years of experience requirements to be considered. Terms of employment are per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Relocation:

☐ YES ☒ NO UCOR prohibits smoking in enclosed areas, including company vehicles. NOTE 1: Candidates eligible for 3161 status must so indicate on their résumé or cover sheet and provide a copy of their 3161 Preference-In-Hiring Eligibility form with their résumé. Section 3161 of the National Defense Authorization Act requires UCOR to give preference-in-hiring to qualified 3161 eligible displaced Department of Energy (DOE) contractor employees before other external hiring on DOE-funded work is considered. To be 3161 eligible, you must have worked for a DOE contractor on or before September 27, 1991. NOTE 2: Only web applications will be considered.

TO APPLY

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Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $38.64 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

Rotating shift

Work Location:

In person