System One is searching for 2 Field Operators for night shift to support a 12 month contract in Everett, WA. You will be working 12 hour shifts (6pm-6am).

In this role, you will act as the Shift Field Operator for the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) Integrated Effects Test (IET) Experiment, a non-critical non-nuclear pilot unit that will spearhead molten salt reactor technology in the United States. This IET system will operate around the clock with multiple shifts. 

In the initial phase, you will work with the IET crew including the Shift Operations Supervisor and Control Room Operator to operate the IET under normal and test scenarios.  You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heater control systems, pumps, electrical heaters, and insulation installation/removal.

Your role will include interfacing with a team of >20 scientists and engineers both internal and external to the company. You will gain the experience to be one of the first few experts in molten chloride salt handling for next generation advanced reactors.

Responsibilities

• Operate High Temperature Pilot Systems.
• Operate Pumps, Valves, Heaters, Blowers, Compressors. 
• Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and takes corrective measures.
• Monitor and control pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and levels to efficiently achieve desired operating results and ensure proper operation of equipment under current process conditions such as Start/Stop/Rate adjustment of equipment.
• Regulate and shut down equipment if necessary.
• Troubleshoot equipment, electrical and instrumentation issues.
• Follow standard operating and emergency procedures until issue can be corrected.
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO).
• Complete System Pressure and Leak Checks.
• Keep Shift Log of Operations.
• Make multiple repeat batches of Purified Salt.
• Work various shifts including evening, weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call as required.
• Wear protective gear as needed.
• Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position.
• Independently plan and carry out maintenance and operations in accordance with established operating methods and procedures.
• Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices in order to maintain the highest quality of engineering design and proactively identify process change/enhancement opportunities.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Responsible for reporting on-shift events and abnormalities during shift turnover to oncoming team members.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience in industrial plant operations (chemical, boiler, refinery, etc); 4 years preferred
• School or Military service may substitute for industrial plant experience.
• Math - basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unit conversion.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of pumps, electric motors, and motor controls, piping devices, hydraulic control systems, and other mechanical equipment.
• Personal computer proficiency (word processing, spreadsheets) and other software utilized by the company including Control System Interfaces.
• Strong Interpersonal abilities to support team philosophy and strategy.
• Understanding of electrical, radiological and chemical hazards and safety.
• Ability to perform and record results of laboratory tests accurately and by required deadlines. Where necessary, able to generate corrective action reports for system issues.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Read meters and gauges correctly.
• Knowledge of tubing and tubing connections.
• Maintenance experience in industrial facilities equipment, including motors and pumps.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.