Bio
I started working at ORNL in 2013. I'm currently working with the Ac225 Production Team as a Radioisotope Processing Technician. I spent the last 9.5 years working in the REDC Control Room as a Nuclear Operations Technician / Shift Supervisor. Prior to working at ORNL, I've spent time working at EnergX (TWPC) and K-25. I've been able to work on some really exciting projects throughout the years. When I'm not working I enjoy spending most of my time with the family or out kayak bass fishing.
Professional Experience
I have over 19 years experience working in a Radiological/Hazardous work environment
with the last ten years focused on Nuclear Operations in a Category 2 nuclear facility. I am proficient
in the use of procedures and following guidelines and protocols to work safely and in compliance
with company regulations.
â–ºProvide technical support in nuclear and radiochemical processing operations such as dissolutions,
separations, evaporations, sampling, purification, recovery, and preparation of radioisotopes in Hot
Cells using tele-manipulators and other specialized Hot Cell processing equipment.
â–ºAssist researchers with various experiments in Hot Cells and Gloveboxes.
â–ºMaintain proper operation of many building support systems.
â–ºGeneral surveillances of critical instruments including TSR checks, data sheets, logs, etc.
â–ºPerform chemical make-ups.
â–ºAssist project leads with repair and decontamination support of building operational equipment
and Hot Cell maintenance.
â–ºCurrent DOE L clearance, OSHA 10, OJT Instructor/Mentor, RadWorker II, Respirator qualified.
â–ºPerform waste monitoring and repackaging of TRU waste, LLW, & MLLW to ship offsite.
â–ºMaintain Conduct of Operations for all activities.
Awards
EnergX - 2012 - Delighting the Client
ORNL - 2018 - Mission Support