LOTO Specialist

Planned Systems International•Richland, WA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a LOTO Specialist in Richland, WA. This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD). Our 222-S Laboratory team is seeking an Operations LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) Specialist (OLS) who will be trained to participate in the safe and compliant implementation of the Hanford Site LOTO Process at 222-S. The OLS will create LOTO Tag Authorization Forms (TAF) and Tags by utilizing drawings, engineering, and subject matter experts to determine proper lockout points for safe installation for employees. The OLS will brief the LOTO TAF and Tags to the workers for installation, verification, safe condition checks, and safe-to-work checks. The OLS will interface with diverse groups such as operations, maintenance, engineering, management, construction, Other Hanford Contractors (OHC), bargaining unit, and other project support staff. Additionally, the OLS will provide support to the Field Work Supervisor (FWS), involving a range of operational and maintenance activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in related field and 8 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
U.S. citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

Experience with Nuclear Operations either on a Department of Energy (DOE) site or commercial site
Previous experience with DOE, DNFSB staff and regulators desirable
Previous experience with the 222-S Laboratory desirable
Knowledge of and working experience with DOE-0336 Hanford Site LOTO Procedure

Responsibilities

Conduct the safe and compliant implementation of the Hanford Site Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program at 222-S Laboratory
Act as interpretive authority on applicable procedures and ensure accuracy and timely development and revision
Review operations to develop plans to improve efficiency and reduce exposure to radiation and hazardous materials
Analyze complex equipment and systems problems to determine corrective actions to return equipment and systems to normal service
Perform and coordinate procedure reviews and the review and analysis of specific plant operating problems
Maintain awareness of Laboratory status and field work
Support Field Work Supervisor with pre-job briefing to ensure personnel involved in the work activity are familiar with the work scope hazards, hazard controls, precautions, limitations, required training, applicable procedures, and response to emergencies
Provide leadership and oversight for ensuring the requisite level of conduct of operations, safety management program implementation, and compliance in the planning and execution of these activities
Promote a positive, safety-conscious, and collaborative work environment consistent with the HLMI mission, vision, and values
Other duties as assigned