Plant Operator - Shirley Basin

Position summary:

Responsible for performing work essential to the capture of uranium at Shirley Basin as well as the operation of water and wastewater treatment systems. This primarily consists of, but not limited to, operating all systems in the uranium capture plant (IX, Resin Transfer, Reverse Osmosis and other water treatment).

This is a shift work position.

Essential functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Monitoring and operating a uranium recovery plant, typically through the DCS or via manual mode.
• Monitoring and operating water and wastewater treatment systems including reverse osmosis, wastewater reduction through multiple treatment methods, removal of solids from the system and discharge of clean fluids. Maintain filters as required.
• Collect samples from various processes. As needed, perform basic laboratory functions and use results in the operation of the facility.
• Maintain operations records and logbooks.
• Respond to operating alarms and adjust flow rates and tank levels.
• Inspect operations and complete inspection paperwork.
• Note areas where maintenance is required and communicate needs to supervisor.
• Complete minor repairs and piping adjustments as necessary.
• Communicate with wellfield operators to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Work with other facility crews to ensure a productive and safe work environment.
• Understand and follow regulations and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and correct issues with instrumentation, in discussion with Operations team.
• Utilize flow meters, pressure gauges, and other monitoring devices to optimize plant operations.
• Perform resin transfers to and from haul trailers
• Maintain plant in clean and orderly manner. Clean-up spills and dispose of trash.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

The preceding examples are representative of the assignments performed by this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Educations and Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to prepare and respond to instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of people, and to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to operate pumps, filters and other equipment manually or via DCS to capture uranium and treat wastewater within plant systems.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with all co-workers, and management, and various agency personnel.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of pump operation, fluid flow systems and piping.

Safety practices and policy:

The employee must be knowledgeable about and follow the Company's safety policies and procedures. The employee must also be certified and available to wear a respirator (i.e., must be successfully respirator fit tested).

Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Schedule: This is a shift operating position requiring both day and night shifts, working 12 hours on from 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am. The rotating schedule is TBD.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be mobile (walking, standing); to use hands for various tasks; to see and hear adequately to perform all essential functions and maintain a safe work environment. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to routine industrial hazards which may include fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. There is the potential that the employee will be exposed to low-level radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Applicants must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S.

We are an equal opportunity employer. 

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