Nuclear Worker Technician

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Ben

401(k) Savings & CAP

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a Nuclear Worker Technician at the Naval Reactors Facility site in Idaho. You will perform hands-on operation and maintenance of product-line equipment under a work controller, including material handling, testing, cask handling, and installation tasks.

The role requires rotating shift work and may require a mix of education or related experience, with a strong emphasis on safety and operational reliability for the nation’s naval nuclear fleet.

Qualifications

• Two years post-high school education (48 credit hours) or Journeyman Papers.
• High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years' related experience.
• Two years' Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Nuclear material handling operations, transfers, dismantling, examining and testing.
• Operation and maintenance of product-line equipment for receipt, discharge, loading, examination, testing, dismantling, or refurbishing nuclear components.
• Cask handling operations and equipment installation/removal to support product-line activities.

Skills

Industrial equipment operation

Maintenance experience

Leadership potential

Education

Two years' Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience

High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years related experience

48 college credits

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. Looking for a lifetime career?

Job Description

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a Nuclear Worker Technician position at their Naval Reactors Facility site in Idaho. Nuclear Worker Technicians perform the hands-on operation and maintenance of product-line equipment under the direction of a work controller. Daily activities may include:

• Nuclear material handling operations, transfers, dismantling, examining, and testing.
• Operation and maintenance of product line equipment required for receipt, discharge, loading, examination, testing, dismantling, or refurbishing of nuclear components and associated hardware.
• Cask handling operations, cask preparation for nuclear material removal, transfer, discharge, loading, preparation, and shipment.
• Installation and removal of equipment, components, and waste to support nuclear product line activities.

Nuclear Worker Technicians maintain multiple qualifications that require extensive training and examination. This position requires rotating shift work.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• A minimum of two years post-high school education, equating to 48 credit hours of college-level studies; or Journeyman Papers

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years' experience in a related field

OR

• Two years' Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience.

Preferred Skills

• Professional experience in industrial equipment operation and maintenance.
• Education and/or professional experience in a mechanical or nuclear field.
• Demonstrated leadership, professional growth, and professional skill development.
• Experience in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.

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

$32.78 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 and vendor locations. For nearly 70 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.