Plant Tech I

enCore Energy Corp•George West, TX

About The Position

The Plant Operator is responsible for the continued safe and efficient operation of the Upper Spring Creek Plant. The primary function is operating the ion exchange system, precipitation circuits, wastewater management circuit, and yellowcake handling processes. The role requires following instructions and standard operating procedures as part of normal duties. This is a full-time shift-work position reporting directly to the Shift Foreman on a day-to-day basis. The schedule consists of four days on and four days off, alternating between day and night tours every two shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to use a computer and Microsoft programs to generate reports, monitor plant and well-field conditions, and prepare a well-field balance sheet; training is provided.
Valid Texas driver's license and good driving record.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Well organized.
Excellent people skills.
Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs while carrying a load of 25 pounds.
Ability to work day and night shifts on a four-days-on, four-days-off schedule, alternating every two shifts.
Ability to work in changing weather conditions, indoors and outdoors.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, reach, and crawl.
Must pass a pulmonary exam to wear respirators as required by the job.
Ability to enter confined spaces as required by the job.

Responsibilities

Clearly and legibly record required plant information in plant shift notes, including applicable totalizer readings, laboratory analysis information, column changes, elutions, chemical makeup, precipitation efficiency, reverse osmosis plant operations, sand-filter backwashing, disposal well activity, and filter press operations.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures, Temporary Operating Procedures, instructions, and Safe Work Practices while performing job duties.
Monitor plant operations and adjust them as needed or as directed by the Shift Foreman.
Properly use required personal protective equipment, including gloves, safety glasses, rubber boots, coveralls, and respirators.
Follow safety rules and procedures for plant operations, including radiation, chemical, and electrical safety.
Perform laboratory analyses to determine solution concentrations, such as uranium, salt, peroxide, chlorides, and carbonate-bicarbonate levels.
Accept individual responsibility and accountability for HSE processes within the employee’s control, personal safety, and coworkers’ safety.
Promptly correct or report potential workplace hazards and upset conditions.
Keep plant areas clean at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.