Incinerator Technician

Position: Incinerator Technician 2
## Incinerator Technician 2
** Oak Ridge,TN37831
** Posted: 10/12/2026

Job Number: 2119##

Job Description
** Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
*** Operates specialized incineration and processing operations in strict accordance with procedures. Operates a forklift and other heavy equipment as required and reviews documentation of radioactive materials for completion and accuracy.
* Receives, unloads, identifies, weighs and processes materials through incineration and systems operation activities.
* Prepares, seals and inspects containers for containment, reliability and redirects as required ensuring quality and reliability of product integrity.
* Performs critical maintenance including tearing down and rebuilding the refractory, cleaning the incinerator, auger repair and simple equipment maintenance as needed as well as during planned and unplanned work outages.
* Performs field operations including Field Readings, Hearth Ash and Fly Ash Changing and conveyor line operations.  Troubleshoots issues and ensures ongoing system performance.
* 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 equipment, operations and procedures manuals, as well as waste processing specifications, to be accountable for activities within assigned areas.
* Operates machinery as required.
* Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) up to level A when working in contaminated zones following the company’s health physics regulations.
* Maintains all logs, manifests, records and reports associated with all operations areas to issue and/or maintain the identity of all materials using bar codes.
* Tracks material using EWT and Work Bench.
* Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly facility inspection rounds to ensure safety systems are within tolerances.
* Reviews, problem solves, performs quality checks on documentation of radioactive waste materials and outgoing radioactive shipments to ensure data is accurately tracked.
* Must be able to perform duties in a confined space.
* Demonstrates familiarization with multiple processes such as Waste Water Evaporator (WWE) Operations, Water Spray Operations, Air Operated Diaphragm Pump operations, Oil & Water Processing Operations, Incineration Operations, and Tracking Systems.
* Learns control room operations.
* Completes Incinerator Operation qualifications.
* Works under supervision.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Job Requirements/Skills
*** CSE trained
* Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) trained
* Fall Protection Trained
* Strong general knowledge of basic chemistry including acids/bases and ph levels
* Ability to read and interpret documents
* Effective communication skills
* Strong general knowledge of processes and procedures to perform work in zones safely
* Basic computer skills
* 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 follow direction on a Work Authorization Document|  |  || --- | --- ||
** Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements** | ||
*** Education**
* * High School diploma or GED
* Mechanical training preferred |
*** Certifications**
* * Respirator qualified
* Rad Worker II
* Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Qualified ||
*** Required Experience**
* * A minimum of 2 years of experience as Incinerator Technician or when qualifications are met and proficiency is demonstrated |
*** Preferred Experience**
* * None preferred |  
* Energy Solutions 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.
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