Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Supervises operator activities and maintains sufficient supplies to support facility operations. Plans and coordinates work involving production and support groups (note: this position may function as the Shift Manager). Reviews and approves all lockout / tagout plans for hazardous energy control which affect the facility.

Ensures that facility activities are within applicable licenses and permits, and are conducted in accordance with plant procedures and Technical Standards/Operating Requirements. Has the authority and obligation to shut down the facility or to direct any other action necessary to ensure the facility is in a safe condition. Approves the start of all maintenance, operations, construction, test and surveillance activities that affect the facility or its equipment. Ensures that operators are trained and qualified for their jobs and are physically fit to perform the work. Communicates with other support organizations to ensure operating activities are started and completed as scheduled. Performs initial investigations of abnormal events, including the removal from service of equipment and systems as necessary. Directs emergency operations and trains personnel in emergency activities. Performs periodic tours of the facility to observe activities and ensures they are being performed safely and in accordance with approved procedures. Identifies housekeeping and facility material condition deficiencies to the appropriate origination(s) for corrective action. Acts as primary mentor for operators (especially in the area of Disciplined operations). Maintains logs and records of all operating events in accordance with facility operating procedures. Maintains accountability of special nuclear material (SNM) through inventories, safeguards, and security and records management. Ensures that operators review changes to operating procedures and plant modifications. Performs Field Property Administrator responsibility for equipment inventories

Required Qualifications
• Five or more years of experience (YOE) as an individual contributor in one or more of the roles managed, OR Associate's Degree in relevant field plus three or more years of experience (YOE) as an individual contributor in one or more of the roles managed
• Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Discipline Description

Operations personnel perform direct production functions such as monitor and operate process systems, handle and manipulate nuclear materials, and ensure the safe and optimally efficient operation of facility systems and equipment. They conduct work via procedures and training and maintain area-specific qualifications. They monitor process instrumentation and respond to alarms. Operations personnel operate equipment such as forklifts, pumps, valves, cranes, instrumentation, and other auxiliary equipment. They perform rounds and continually assess to ensure facility systems are operating properly and are being maintained within required limits. They perform unique and highly complex tasks such as glovebox operations, control room operations, and crane production operations. They operate distributed control systems (DCS), monitor, and interpret DCS readings. They function in a variety of contingency roles such as emergency response functions in support of operations.

Career Band Description
• Roles in this band provide people management direction to ensure the overall effective functioning of a function, sub-function, department or administrative process by implementing strategies and processes, and by building a high-performing team
• Achieves goals through the work of others
• Management responsibilities include performance appraisals, pay reviews, training and development
• Job focus is on managing others and applying operational or strategic management skills

Career Level Description

Supervises daily activities, set priorities and coordinates activities for team members, with problem solving guided by policies and procedures. Also known as First Line Managers (FLMs).

Job Family Description

Operations personnel have overall responsibility for the execution of nuclear non-proliferation, defense programs, and environmental remediation mission activities, as well as the management and coordination of multi-functional areas. This includes Radiological, Maintenance, Engineering, Nuclear Criticality, Quality Assurance, Nuclear Material Control & Accountability, and Weapons Production activities. Operations personnel oversee the safe and efficient functioning of plant systems, equipment, and machinery in a nuclear setting. They monitor operational parameters, conduct routine inspections, and ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements. They may respond to alarms, troubleshoot various issues, and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain operational stability.

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.