Mechanic-Heavy Equipment Operator

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings program

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is hiring for a Knolls Facilities and Infrastructure role focused on diagnosing and repairing KAPL equipment, including fork trucks and other heavy machinery. The position involves operational maintenance and record-keeping at an on-site facility in New York.

The role requires a high school diploma and offers a comprehensive benefits package, standard work hours, and a competitive hourly pay rate of $37.95. Candidates must be U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Wheel loader experience is preferred for the role.
• Knowledge of using equipment schematics for diagnosing and repairs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and perform semi complex repairs and maintenance on KAPL equipment including fork trucks, heavy equipment and other diesel and internal combustion systems.
• Adjust or replace items such as regulators, coils, brakes, hoses, carburetors, injection systems and fuel lines.
• Operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, tractors, mowing equipment and others.
• Service vehicles, including lubrication and keeping maintenance records.

Skills

High school diploma

Wheel loader experience

Diagnose & repair knowledge

Schematic reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

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.

As a National asset, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as exceptional work/life balance and employment stability. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Knolls Facilities and Infrastructure team.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited, to:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and perform semi complex repairs and maintenance on KAPL equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, heavy equipment and other diesel and internal combustion equipment.
• Adjust or replace items such as regulators, coils, breaks, hoses, carburetors, injection systems, fuel lines, etc.
• Operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, tractors, mowing equipment and others.
• Service vehicles, including lubrication, maintain records, etc., and perform related duties.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Skills

• Wheel loader experience
• Knowledge of utilizing equipment schematics for diagnosing and performing repairs

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
• Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$37.95 hourly

Jobs categorized as subject to a collective bargaining agreement will adhere to the pay rates, wage increases, progression schedules, and other parameters identified and negotiated in said agreements. Wages and other compensation details are subject to change based negotiated changes to the collective bargaining agreements.

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.