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DWPF (Defense Waste Processing Facility) Crane First Line Manager (FLM)

Savannah River Mission Completion
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Feb 2026
💰 $153,240/yr($85,152/yr$153,240/yr)

About the role

Overview

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking a DWPF (Defense Waste Processing Facility) Crane First Line Manager (FLM) to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS). 

 

Apply online using a current resume under the careers section of www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com. 

 

A DWPF (Defense Waste Processing Facility) Crane First Line Manager (FLM) is responsible for the safe and efficient direction of all facility activities while adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, DOE Orders, and company requirements. Typically reports to and takes direction from the shift manager.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises operator activities associated with MPC and in-cell crane activities 221S, 511S, 512s and canister movements. In addition, maintains sufficient supplies to support facility operations
  • Plans and coordinates work involving production and support groups
  • Reviews and approves all lockout / tagout plans for hazardous energy control and canyon tagouts which affect the facility
  • Ensures that facility activities are within applicable licenses and permits and are conducted in accordance with plant procedures and Technical Standards/Operating Requirements. Has the authority and obligation to shut down the facility or to direct any other action necessary to ensure the facility is in a safe condition
  • Approves the start of maintenance, operations, construction, test and surveillance activities in their area that affect the facility or its equipment
  • Ensures that operators are trained and qualified for their activities and are physically fit and fit for duty to perform the work
  • Communicates with other support organizations to ensure operating activities are started and completed as scheduled
  • Performs initial investigations of abnormal events, including the removal from service of equipment and systems as necessary
  • Directs emergency operations and trains personnel in emergency activities
  • Performs periodic tours of the facility to observe activities and ensures they are being performed safely and in accordance with approved procedures
  • Identifies housekeeping and facility material condition deficiencies to the appropriate origination(s) for corrective action
  • Acts as primary mentor for operators (especially in the area of Disciplined Operations)
  • Maintains logs and records of all operating events in accordance with facility operating procedures
  • Ensures that operators review changes to operating procedures and plant modifications. Performs Field Property Administrator responsibility for equipment inventories
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED, Associates degree in a related technical discipline, BA/BS in a non-technical discipline, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline and experience in a relevant engineering, operations, and/or maintenance function
  • 3+ years Nuclear experience

Deviations to education and/or experience requirements must follow DOE Order 426.2 protocols.

 

Additional Information:

Facility qualification process includes extensive classroom, formal on-the-job training, and performance-based evaluations conducted by facility management. MPC crane operator and canister operator qualification must be completed within one year.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • MPC crane operator or Vit operator qualification.
  • Qualified operator/supervisor

About

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), a prime contractor for the US Department of Energy, is responsible for managing the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site’s Liquid Waste operations contract. Located in Aiken, South Carolina, SRMC is a limited liability company formed by nuclear operations and environmental remediation global leaders BWXT, Amentum, and Fluor. The SRMC Team is responsible for the closure of waste tanks, the operation of the Savannah River Site’s Defense Waste Processing Facility, tank farm operations and associated production and disposal facilities.  www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com

Benefits

Savannah River Mission Completion offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package with flexibility to meet your needs. 

Highlights of our plans include:

  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan – 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions
  • Health Insurance & Prescription Drug Program
  • Health Savings Account
  • Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Includes 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holid

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