DriverOverhead Crane Laborer 04245 NWP

North Wind Group; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

North Wind Portage, Inc. is seeking a Driver/Overhead Crane Laborer to operate trucks and overhead cranes for the Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) Project.

The role requires adherence to safety policies and federal/state regulations while performing loading, transportation, and site tasks. The position supports a hazardous waste remediation effort in Moab, Utah, with overtime and shift flexibility as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience operating construction-related trucks.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks delivering and transporting low-level waste tailings.
• Inspect equipment and ensure proper sealing and paperwork.
• Follow project policies, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain production to meet service and schedule requirements.

Skills

Safe truck operation

Overhead crane operation

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Location: Moab, Utah
Title: Driver/Overhead Crane Laborer
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

As a nationally recognized and awarded small, disadvantaged business with over 30 years of successful experience, North Wind Portage, Inc. is committed to solving our clients' most challenging environmental issues and creating and sustaining a better environment. Dedicated to developing strong partnerships with our clients and stakeholders, mixing innovation with proven strategies, and developing and inspiring our staff, North Wind Portage delivers exceptional customer service, quality services, and safe and reliable project completion. Ranging from $5,000 to over $6.4 billion, our projects are focused primarily on design, investigation, remediation, and removal of radiological, hazardous, and toxic wastes from soils, structures, and groundwater for federal, state, tribal, and local governments and private industry clients.

POSITION PURPOSE

A Truck Driver/Overhead Crane Laborer for the Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) Project safely operates trucks receiving, loading, and transporting low-level radioactive waste tailings at the Moab and Crescent Junction sites. Equipment may include 40-ton articulated dump trucks, water trucks or wagons, tractor trailer haul trucks, service trucks, overhead cranes, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing all duties in accordance with project policies and procedures, and complying with all federal, state, and local regulations for secure and safe operation.
• Conducting a thorough inspection of the equipment assigned.
• Safely operating tractor trailer equipment in different configurations as assigned.
• Ensuring the containers are properly sealed, secured or re-secured.
• Properly completing all necessary paperwork as required by project procedures and federal, state, and local laws.
• Performing work required in a timely manner and maintaining adequate production in order to meet service schedules.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience operating and driving construction-related trucks as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to understand the operational characteristics of the assigned equipment.
• Ability to understand basic maintenance requirements of the assigned equipment.
• Ability to clearly communicate professionally, both orally and in written form, and to maintain records related to the job.
• Motivated and willing to work as part of a team and perform multiple job functions.
• Possess the ability to execute tasks after receiving written or oral instructions.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with all regulations and procedures governing safe driving, and inspection and maintenance of equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, and night shifts, pending demand.
• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Ability to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.
• Ability to work in different types of personal protective equipment (half-face, full-face respirators, Tyvek, etc.) while performing various tasks/activities (e.g., climbing, walking, stopping, etc.) in different work environments (e.g., cold, heat, etc.)
• Ability to qualify as a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Radiation Worker II and complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) worker qualification and pass a HAZWOPER/respirator user medical exam.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience on UMTRA type projects is highly desirable.
• Experience in work environments with exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will stand/walk for long periods of time in an outside environment, but will also be required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Outdoor work environment with exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about the benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here: https://northwindgrp.com/wp-com.