NOTE: Upon successful completion of training, this position will transition to a weekend shift schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
- Works in a foundry environment, processing various types of radioactive metal for melting operations. Responsible for loading and packing materials into containers for transport and burial, as well as operating forklifts and other equipment as needed. Adheres to company procedures, work instructions, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs). While you may specialize in a specific area, you will also develop knowledge and skills across multiple operational functions.
- Follows all safety rules, regulations and procedures. Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
- Receives oral and/or written instructions from supervisors. Reads and interprets procedures, operations and equipment manuals, as well as waste processing instructions, to be accountable for activities within assigned areas.
- Operates machinery as required.
- Wears personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly inspections to ensure area and equipment safety.
- Demonstrates familiarization with multiple processes such as Cutting and Sizing, Mold Shop, Commercial Cert, Furnace Operations, High Rad Operations, Lead Melting, Lead Casting, Block Prep, Identification of Metals, Material Handling, Workbench/EWT and Paperwork, Baghouse Operations.
- Works under supervision.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work.
- Able to complete the following qualifications:
- <30,000 lbs. PIT Qualification
- Crane and Rigging Qualification
- Skid Steer Qualification
- >30,000 lbs. PIT Qualification
- Baler/Knuckle Boom Qualification
- Clansman Grinder Qualification
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements/Skills
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to pass a pre-employment/hazwoper physical
- Strong general knowledge of processes and procedures to perform work in zones safely
- Basic computer skills
- Proficient in a minimum of two areas
- Proficient on work bench and/or Accutrack
- Must be able to read and interpret Pick List instructions
Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds; handle, grip, and reach above or below shoulder
- Ability to use hands and feet to accomplish tasks as assigned
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, twist at the waist and balance
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (hot or cold)
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to work at elevated heights, i.e. portable ladders, fixed ladders, rolling platforms, etc.
- Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
- Ability to see close and distance; basic colors/shades
- Ability to work inside an office, outside and in extreme temperatures
- Ability to work with machinery vibration, power tools, moving objects/hazardous machines, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces
- Ability to operate equipment and drive a vehicle
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Education
- High School diploma or GED
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Certifications
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Required Experience
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Preferred Experience
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EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply Online at: jobs.energysolutions.com
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EnergySolutions
Oct 15, 2026