Job Information
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, LLC ETF Shift Operations Supervisor in Richland, Washington
Title ETF Shift Operations Supervisor
Position Number 41106
Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations
City/State Richland, WA
Location ETF
Posted 04/15/2026
Closes 04/22/2026
Regular/Temporary Regular
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.
Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.
H2C seeks an ETF Shift Operations Supervisor to join the Effluent Treatment Facility (ETF) operations team. The Effluent Treatment Facility is a 24/7 operating radiological facility that receives, treats and disposes of liquid effluents from on-site projects. ETF Operations organization consists of approximately 8 Shift Managers and 40 Operators. This may be a 12hour Dupont Shift or a Day Shift assignment based on the needs of the facility.
The Shift Operations Supervisor will support the Shift Manager (SOM) and/or the Operations Manager focusing on Conduct of Operations, workplace safety and regulatory compliance and focus on the following activities:
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
*Perform Shift Operations Manager (SOM) duties
*Maintain SOM qualification
*Perform Operations Field Work Supervisor (FWS) duties
*Maintain OPS FWS qualification
*Perform work package review
*Conduct pre-job briefings to ensure personnel involved in the work activity are familiar with the precautions, limitations, work scope, hazard controls, and applicable procedures
*Implement Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) principles
*Coordinate the planning and preparation of daily field activities
*Assist in the training of Nuclear Chemical Operators (NCOs)
*Provide planners and Work Week Manager resource needs for field activities
*Communicate plant status and issues to DFLAW management team
*Provide status at "Plan of the Day" and "Plan of the Week" meetings and help update progress and completion, as well as to resolve resource and schedule issues
*Good written and verbal communication skills
*Provide planners and Work Week Manager resource needs for field activities
*Manage assigned Condition Report actions
*Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Grade 18:
High School Diploma or equivalent; and
Five (5) years of related experience required.
Grade 19:
High School Diploma or equivalent; and
Seven (7) years of related experience, with at least one (1) years in a supervisory capacity required.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.
Grade 20:
High School Diploma or equivalent; and
Nine (9) years of related experience, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity required.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with ETF Operations desirable
ETF Shift Operations Manager Qualification or ability to obtain desirable.
Field Work Supervisor Qualification or ability to obtain desirable.
Experience managing HAMTC personnel desirable.
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.
Hiring Range Minimum: $109,013
Hiring Range Maximum: $166,263
H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits
Relocation Funding Provided Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Management
Shift Work Required Yes
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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