Operations Technician

Centrus Energy • Oak Ridge, TN

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About The Position

If you like hands-on work, high-tech systems, and being at the heart of complex
operations, this role was built for you. As an Operations Tech Specialist at
Centrus Energy, you’ll help bring advanced manufacturing and plant systems to
life—from installation and startup to daily operation and performance testing.
You’ll work side-by-side with engineering, construction, and operations teams to
ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting a
mission that directly impacts the future of clean energy.

You’ll operate, monitor, and maintain production and support equipment to meet
manufacturing and operational goals. This includes supporting equipment turnover
from construction, assisting with startup and functional testing, adjusting
systems manually and through computer controls, responding to alarms, and
documenting operational activities. You’ll perform inspections, support
procedure development, assist with select maintenance activities, and help
ensure all operations meet safety, quality, security, and regulatory
requirements—all while keeping systems running reliably across normal,
off-normal, and emergency conditions.

Requirements

• An Associate of Science in Engineering or Physical Sciences, OR completion of the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, OR equivalent technical experience with a high school diploma/GED.
• 3 or more years of plant operator experience within the last eight years in: Chemical, nuclear, or power-generation industries, Critical infrastructure operations, Or similar technical military experience
• The capability to work in required PPE (respirators, anti-Cs, electrical gear, etc.).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with equipment startup, system testing, and operational troubleshooting
• Comfort responding to alarms and operating under structured safety and emergency procedures
• A disciplined, safety-first mindset in radiological, chemical, and industrial environments
• Already maintains a Q-level security clearance

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production and support equipment
• Support equipment turnover from construction
• Assist with startup and functional testing
• Adjust systems manually and through computer controls
• Respond to alarms
• Document operational activities
• Perform inspections
• Support procedure development
• Assist with select maintenance activities
• Ensure all operations meet safety, quality, security, and regulatory requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees