Labor Relations Specialist-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Idaho Falls, ID

Kiewit; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in Idaho Falls, ID is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist to support its commercial nuclear market on-site. The role oversees pre-job meetings, labor agreements interpretations, and resolution of jurisdictional issues within craft environments.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in labor or industrial relations in construction, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead grievances and implement national programs across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in Labor or Industrial Relations in construction or similar environment.
• Experience handling Grievance and Union Jurisdiction issues a must.
• Ability to solve unique problems with creative solutions.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of pre-job meetings to include development of mark-ups/assignments.
• Handle project inquiries and interpretations regarding project labor agreements and monitor such issues.
• Lead resolution of jurisdictional disputes and grievances.
• Coordinate responses to EEO inquiries and charges as they relate to craft employees.
• Develop plans for assisting local halls supply craftsmen when benches are empty and develop sourcing strategies for craftsmen outside the regional market.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Labor Relations Specialist-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Idaho Falls, ID

Location: Idaho Falls, ID, US

Requisition ID: 182171

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: DHO HR Operations

Department: Human Resources

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a new, emerging nuclear market? Our nuclear safety culture is strong at Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy, in support of accelerating the transition to a carbon free future. We are currently seeking a Labor Relations Specialist, to support our commercial nuclear market. As a Labor Relations Specialist you will have oversight and responsibility for project compliance and support to construction projects in our commercial nuclear market. This will include handling grievances and jurisdictional issues within the district and craft environment.

At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is huge. Our construction and engineering projects span across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, improving and connecting communities with every initiative. We depend on our high-performing operations support professionals — they’re the glue that holds multiple areas of the business together and the catalysts that make things happen. We hire only the most driven people, and we offer them diverse career opportunities, strong leadership and mentorship, rewarding, collaborative work, and responsibility they won’t find just anywhere. We’re always pushing new limits. You can too.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available.

We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship.

On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see, design and construct more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, joining Kiewit can bring a lifetime of personal success and satisfaction.

Location

Idaho Falls, ID. This is an on-site position. Working on an active construction site for this project is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of pre-job meetings to include development of mark-ups/assignments.
• Handle project inquiries and interpretations regarding project labor agreements and monitor such issues.
• Develop site specific plans to deal with Job Actions (Walkouts, wobbles, etc.) Arbitrations, and Complaints filed with Federal or State Labor Agencies (DOL, EEOC, Etc.).
• Monitor reporting of man-hours under National Agreements
• Monitor reporting of man-hours under National Agreements to ensure timely response to National Governing Committees.
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining optimum craft staffing including apprentices, trainees and helpers.
• Lead resolution of jurisdictional disputes and grievances.
• Lead coordination and implementation of national trade programs.
• Participate in craft safety committee; periodically attend building trades council meetings.
• Coordinate responses to EEO inquiries and charges as they relate to craft employees.
• Develop plans for assisting local halls supply craftsmen when benches are empty and develop sourcing strategies for craftsmen outside the regional market.
• Responsible for labor relations training for supervision on projects and management at home office.
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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in Labor or Industrial Relations in construction or similar environment.
• Experience handling Grievance and Union Jurisdiction issues a must Ability to solve unique problems with creative solutions.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Other Requirements:
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: -

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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