Work Group Leader

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Milton (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP) is seeking a Work Group Leader at the Kesselring Site in West Milton, NY. The role focuses on leading daily activities of skilled trades, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and reliable operation of nuclear systems.

You will coordinate multi-trade teams, review technical work packages, and communicate risks and resource needs to management in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years relevant experience.
• Associates degree + 3+ years relevant experience.
• Journeyman papers + 3+ years relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree + 1+ year relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily work activities across multiple skilled trades.
• Oversee maintenance, modification and installation on high-pressure steam and radiological piping systems.
• Plan, schedule and prioritize work based on manpower, system criticality and project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear, radiological, safety and QA requirements.
• Review, validate and approve technical work documents and packages prior to field execution.
• Serve as liaison between craft personnel and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

Journeyman papers

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NFPA 70

NFPA 70E

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.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Work Group Leader to join our Kesselring Site Off?Hull Production team in West Milton, NY! This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled leader who thrives in a dynamic, craft?focused setting and is ready to make a direct impact on facility operations and system reliability.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and coordinate daily work activities across multiple skilled trade groups, including steam fitters, electricians, carpenters, millwrights, instrument mechanics and laggers.
• Oversee maintenance, modification and installation activities on high?pressure steam and radiological piping systems, as well as other radiological work evolutions.
• Plan, schedule and prioritize work based on manpower needs, labor hours, system criticality and project timelines to ensure safe, timely execution.
• Ensure full compliance with nuclear, radiological, safety and quality assurance requirements, including approved procedures, work packages and technical documentation.
• Review, validate and approve technical work documents and controlled work packages prior to field execution.
• Serve as the primary liaison between craft personnel and management, communicating work status, risks, challenges and resource needs.
• Provide on-site leadership, monitoring work quality and completeness to ensure all tasks meet regulatory, engineering and operational standards.
• Exercise decision?making authority that directly influences facility operation, maintenance schedules and system performance.

If you’re a strong communicator, a problem?solver, and a leader who can confidently guide diverse skilled trades in a mission?critical environment, this may be the role for you!

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or
• Journeymans Papers in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supervising skilled trades such as electricians, steam fitters, millwrights, crane operators, instrument mechanics etc.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution equipment (480V-115KV)
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E standards
• Experience functioning as a radiological contamination worker or supervisor
• Certification or experience as a confined space supervisor
• Supervisor of asbestos work
• Scaffold?competent person certification
• Experience with the Tagout User’s Manual
• Experience supervising work using LOTO controls

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

$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 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 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.