NNFD Task Lead

Requisition Id 14157 

Overview: 

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.

We are seeking a Task Leader who will support the Asset Management section in the Nonreactor Nuclear Facilities Division (NNFD), Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

This position will have no direct reports but will be leading matrix teams.

The role of the Task Leader is to assist the Maintenance Supervisors by leading small to medium size projects, leading Preventative and Corrective Maintenance tasks, and working closely with line management, engineering, and researchers to maintain high level of reliability of facility infrastructure and systems.  The work will entail precision asset care including preventive and predictive maintenance, corrective actions, modifying and installing equipment utilizing engineering processes, documenting findings, and improving equipment reliability using ISO-55000 standards.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and analyzes system and component failures and develops corrective actions.
• Provides field work technical direction to craft. The task leader will spend a majority of their time in the field with the craft.
• Executes preventive maintenance plans.
• Conducts pre-job briefings for all personnel to be involved in the work.
• Ensures that work is completed in accordance with the approved work package and work order.
• Works with engineering to confirm Configuration Management process for design change for each work package.
• Implements modifications in accordance with configuration control processes.
• Conducts post job brief to include any lessons learned that would be helpful in performing this, or similar, jobs in the future.
• Ensures personnel performing work tasks are properly trained/qualified.
• Manages the task/project within scope, schedule, and budget or available funding.
• Coordinates and manages resources to complete work.
• Establishes and ensures an open and supportive working.
• Provides performance feedback to team members.
• Maintains the maintenance equipment database for new and existing equipment.
• Maintains detailed knowledge of hazard exposures, appropriate controls for mitigating these hazards (i.e., PPE), and implementation of these controls.
• Notifies line management of potential safety events and lead/participate in investigations of events.
• Provides guidance regarding the purchase, fabrications, and/or modification of equipment prior to use.
• Maintains communications with line management, ORNL Safety Committee, and the SBMS Subject Area/Lock Tag Verify Subject Matter Expert.

Basic Qualifications:

• AS degree and 7+ years of experience in maintenance of nuclear equipment. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated leadership of crafts or techs .
• Requires ability to diagnose equipment problems and develop formal instructions for performance and documentation of repairs. Experience in leading maintenance tasks and equipment analysis is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in engineering and five years of nuclear experience is highly desired, as well as familiarity with maintenance activities in a nuclear operating environment. 
• Familiarity with the regulatory programs which define the facility work environment, including DOE Orders pertaining to conduct of operation and maintenance, would be a plus.
• Practical experience using CMMS and/or ERP software such as SAP, Oracle, Maximo, InforEAM, etc.
• Recognized certification such as CMRP, CMRT, CRL, RMIC.
• Journeyman or Master License of any trade.

This position requires an “L” clearance; however, all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. 

Physical Requirements:

Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.

Export control:

This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov 

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.