Title Maintenance Training Specialist, LOTO (Entry Level
Position Number 40700
Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations
City/State Richland, WA
Location 200E
Posted 11/12/2025
Closes 11/22/2025
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.
The training department at H2C is seeking a Maintenance Training Specialist to focus on Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Electrical Safety. This individual will perform assignments supporting the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training programs satisfying the requirements of DOE O 426.2.
Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform all assignments in accordance with H2C Training procedures.
Become familiar of the ADDIE model of the SAT.
Assist senior Training Specialists with job/task and facility specific processes leading to the design and development of electrical safety training modules that align with Hanford site Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) requirements for operators, supervisors and operations management.
Provide input with training materials which may include but not be limited to lesson plans, student guides, examinations, On the Job Training and Evaluation (OJT/OJE) guides, Performance Demonstrations and Job Performance Measures (JPM).
Observe training presentations to qualify personnel in necessary knowledge, skills and safety.
Meet training development schedules aligned with Tank Farms maintenance needs and expectations.
Evaluate the impact of training programs using learner feedback and performance metrics to enhance training effectiveness.
Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance SMEs to support ensuring training content meets existing operational conditions and facility configurations.
Must have previously taken courses in education or training with emphasis on instructional analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation which may or may not have been included in secondary education curriculum.
Other duties as assigned.
This position falls under DOE Order 426.2 and as such must meet the conditions of the order. This may require additional specific training and/or knowledge dependent on the position's duties and responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
Grade 13:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS), or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Grade 14:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) with 2 years of practical work experience in training or related areas, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Grade 15:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) with 3-4 years of practical work experience in training or related areas, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Desired Qualifications
Previous DOE, military, commercial or similar hazardous facility experience.
Experience in and with electrical safety.
Experience with Hanford Electrical Safety 335 is a plus.
Familiarization with ADDIE model of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT).
Previous experience training maintenance personnel.
Fluent in Microsoft Office, especially in Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
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: $66,338
Hiring Range Maximum: $101,175
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
Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:
A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).
Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).
Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.
Relocation Funding Provided Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). 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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
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