Field Operations Technician

Socket.dev; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Inclusive environment

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA is hiring a Field Operations Production Technician 3 to perform highly technical work in radiological and industrial environments. You will support D&D, new installations, modifications, and repairs on site at the Mt.

Athos Site, following strict safety policies and procedures. You will read engineering drawings, use hand tools and power tools, and collaborate with project teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE security clearance.
• AS degree in technical field plus 4 years of experience, or 8 years of relevant experience.
• Trade experience in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or plumbing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and procedures.
• Ability to build mechanical and/or electrical systems using drawings and instructions.
• Experience using basic hand tools.
• Interact with peers in a positive and collaborative manner.
• Must complete BWXT pre-employment requirements including security background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the work site for daily activities with materials, tools, and equipment.
• Perform tasks using engineering procedures, drawings, and safety procedures under supervision.
• Carry out installations, modifications, and repairs of equipment, systems, buildings, and structures.
• Perform radiological work following radiological controls and safety policies.
• Wear appropriate PPE and comply with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a productive and safe work pace to meet time constraints.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications and qualifications.
• Support project estimates, readiness reviews, and project closeout as directed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical trades

Mechanical trades

Radiological safety

DOE clearance readiness

Education

AS degree in technical field

8+ years relevant experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Field Operations Production Technician

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

As our Field Operations Production Technician 3, you will perform highly technical work in both radiological and industrial environments. This position requires sound radiological work practices, strong trade knowledge and skills, and strict compliance with applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

You will support a broad range of projects, including demolition and decontamination (D&D), new equipment and system installations, modifications, and repairs in various industrial settings. You will work with specialized equipment and tools while applying strong problem-solving skills and collaborating with other members of the project team.

Safety is a critical component of this role. You will be expected to follow established safety protocols, radiological controls, procedures, and regulations while performing work that can have significant implications for personal and public health and safety.

Location:

On-site at NOG-L Mt. Athos Site in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Your Day to Day as a Field Operations Production Technician 3:

• Report to the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager.
• Prepare the work site for daily activities, including staging the materials, tools, and equipment required to perform assigned tasks.
• Perform assigned daily tasks using engineering procedures, engineering drawings, and applicable safety procedures and Job Hazard Analyses under the direction of the Field Operations Manager and Field Operations Supervisor.
• Perform project activities using mechanical and electrical trade skills, including new installations, modifications, and repairs of equipment, systems, buildings, and structures.
• Perform radiological work using sound radiological work control practices while adhering to applicable policies and procedures. Work may include equipment removal, decontamination of contaminated equipment, equipment and facility modifications, and radiological waste disposal.
• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary for protection from hazards associated with assigned tasks. PPE may include anti-contamination clothing, safety glasses, safety shoes, goggles, face shields, hard hats, safety gloves, safety harnesses, and respirators.
• Comply with applicable health and safety requirements while performing all assigned tasks.
• Maintain a productive and safe pace of work to complete assigned activities within established time constraints.
• Obtain and maintain all certifications and qualifications required for the position.
• Perform field walk-downs to support project estimates, readiness reviews, project closeout, and lessons learned, as directed by the Field Operations Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.
• Minimum A.S. degree in technical field + 4 years of experience, or minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• Trade experience in at least one of the following areas: electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or plumbing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and procedures.
• Ability to build mechanical and/or electrical systems and components using drawings and detailed work instructions.
• Experience using basic hand tools, including power and manual tools.
• Ability to interact with peers in a positive and collaborative manner.
• Must successfully complete applicable BWXT pre-employment requirements, including a security background check and drug screening, and maintain applicable employment requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicable military experience.
• Experience across multiple trades, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and/or plumbing.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts, material lifts, aerial lifts, personnel lifts, and scissor lifts.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to work at heights and from ladders, scaffolds, and personnel lifts.
• Ability to stand throughout a 10-hour shift and generally remain on your feet while working in the work area.
• Ability to frequently stoop, bend, crouch, crawl, and kneel.
• Ability to frequently push and pull.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to maintain balance while performing assigned work.
• Ability to regularly use hands to operate tools and controls.
• Ability to frequently move and lift materials and equipment of varying sizes and weights up to and including 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently operate various hand and power tools.
• Ability to work in noisy, dirty, isolated, or crowded environments.
• Ability to work in environments that may include temperature variations, fumes, moving machinery, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to don and wear required personal protective clothing and equipment, which may include protective work suits, safety shoes, gloves, foot protection, safety harnesses, and respiratory equipment such as a powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $65,000 - $103,000

The base salary range for this position in at the start of employment is expected to be between $ and $ per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless

employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The

company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary

payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security

clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.