What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Specialist, TRU Program position at Central Plateau Cleanup Company?
Job Duties/Scope Of Work
Work Safe, Make a Difference, and Be a Part of History with the CPCCo Team!
At the Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!
A day in the life of an Operations Specialist includes, but is not limited to:
Intermediate Grade 14: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 2 or more years of relevant experience
Intermediate Grade 15: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 3 or more years of relevant experience
The higher posted level has greater scope, complexity, authority, impact. The level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the needs of the company and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience.
Desired Qualifications
In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.
Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):
Intermediate Grade 14: $81,500 - $103,750
Intermediate Grade 15: $81,500 - $114,100
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.
CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers
A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .
CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.
If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.
Applicants And Employees Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws And Are Protected Under Federal Law Against Discrimination. To View Information Regarding These Rights, Please Click On These Links:
Work Safe, Make a Difference, and Be a Part of History with the CPCCo Team!
At the Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!
A day in the life of an Operations Specialist includes, but is not limited to:
- Provide technical expertise to develop, formalize and execute activities for the Transuranic (TRU) Program at the Hanford site.
- Provide support to the WP&O in the characterization, data reconciliation, and shipping of radioactive waste in accordance with the CPCCo operating policies, procedures, and principles.
- Research historical facility processes, Acceptable Knowledge (AK) information, review waste designations, nondestructive assay/exam documentation, and perform data reconciliations.
- Perform waste profile and shipment reviews for the TRU Program to ensure compliance with all waste acceptance requirements.
- Provide technical support implementing the WIPP WAC including chemical compatibility and oxidizer evaluations on TRU waste streams. Review evaluations that are done for incoming waste.
- With limited guidance, interface with outside agencies to communicate necessary information and requirements when applicable.
Intermediate Grade 14: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 2 or more years of relevant experience
Intermediate Grade 15: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 3 or more years of relevant experience
The higher posted level has greater scope, complexity, authority, impact. The level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the needs of the company and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Chemical Engineering or other scientific degree.
- Experience with Waste Programs. Familiarity with radiochemistry and radiochemical separations.
- Experience with the treatment, characterization and disposal of dangerous and radioactive solid waste. Familiarity with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) implementing regulations.
- Searching/validating databases for historical information.
- Background in research and data analysis.
- Experience in communicating technical/scientific information verbally and in writing.
In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.
Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):
Intermediate Grade 14: $81,500 - $103,750
Intermediate Grade 15: $81,500 - $114,100
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.
CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers
A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
- A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
- A standard 4-10's work schedule and a great community ( https://www.visittri-cities.com/) that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200 surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .
CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.
If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.
Applicants And Employees Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws And Are Protected Under Federal Law Against Discrimination. To View Information Regarding These Rights, Please Click On These Links:
- Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
- Pay Transparency Policy Statement
- Family Medical Leave Act
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- WA State Paid Family Medical Leave
Salary : $81,500 - $103,750