Entry Level Environmental Health Technician

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Time Off & Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a candidate to perform radiological and asbestos remediation and removal work at the Knolls site. The role requires maintaining qualifications such as Contamination Worker and Asbestos Supervisor to support removal of materials and equipment in legacy facilities.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of relevant experience, an associates degree, Journeyman papers, or qualification as Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant experience, or an Associates degree in a related field, or Journeyman Papers, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification.
• Candidates should have experience related to radiological and asbestos remediation and waste handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiological and asbestos remediation and removal work at the Knolls site facilities.
• Maintain required qualifications such as Contamination Worker and Asbestos Supervisor to support work.
• Assist in removal of materials, components and equipment from legacy facilities at Knolls site.

Skills

Construction background

Radiological work experience

Asbestos abatement experience

Radiological waste practices

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Journeyman Papers

Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification

Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

Candidate will perform radiological and asbestos remediation and removal work in various legacy facilities at the Knolls site. Once hired the individual must maintain all supporting qualifications, such as, Contamination Worker, Asbestos Supervisor, etc. to assist in the removal of material, components, and equipment from legacy facilities at the Knolls site.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field; or Journeymans Papers in a related field; or Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent).

Preferred Skills

• - construction background/experience
• - previous radiological work experience
• - previous asbestos abatement experience
• - Familiar with radiological and asbestos waste practices

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$52,300.00 - $78,500.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards, satellite, and vendor locations.

For more than 75 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.