Manipulator Repair Group Technician

Does a career focused on changing the world's energy future intrigue you? If so, we might have just the opportunity you're looking for!

The Manipulator Repair Group at Idaho National Laboratory’s (INL) Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) is seeking forward-thinking professionals interested in exploring a career as a Manipulator Repair Group Technician.

Our team works an on-site 4x12 schedule located at our MFC facilities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Participate in work order planning and walk downs, material identification/recommendation, and material procurement.
• Participate in company safety programs including but not limited to VPP, ALARA and EST.
• Maintain records of work performed and pass on necessary information to supervision or oncoming crew.
• Attend training as advised by the training schedule and supervision. Satisfactorily complete required oral or written examinations associated with training.
• Under general supervision, provide feedback and input on activities, follow technical procedures and specifications, and follow company policies and standard processes.
• Continuously monitor work activities and advise supervision of needed changes.
• Must be capable of reading plant drawings, field sketches, apply math equations, and be proficient in the use of hand tools and precision instruments of the trade.
• Maintain a questioning attitude, have a strong desire to perform the best job possible in an efficient and productive manner, and use Human Performance Tools as standard practice.
• Review and understand the work order prior to commencing work.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repair on manipulators in nuclear and radiological facilities.
• Perform nuclear facility corrective/preventive maintenance in the most safe and efficient manner. Perform/receive on the job training (OJT) and escort duties for other technicians, as required.
• Complete assignments and update the foreperson on status each day.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have the ability and willingness to qualify as a Radiological Technician 2 and be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respiratory protection and protective clothing.
• Ability to perform repairs in a glove box or through a glove wall, in contamination areas wearing appropriate PPE, at elevated positions using remote and direct controlled devices, and through use of other equipment to assist. This includes cranes, electro-mechanical machines, special design lifting devices, and special design tools.
• Must have understanding of mechanical principles and a basic understanding of electrical principles.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Must work well on a team or on an individual basis, and have ability to collaborate with the customer, engineering, and other support personnel.
• High school diploma or GED with 1 year of mechanical experience.
• This position will work a 4 x 12 sliding NIGHT shift. Candidates must be willing and able to work a night shift schedule including weekends.

Job Information

• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Salary: $37.88/hour (Rate can vary based upon individual work location, clearances, and qualifications. Rates are accurate for current posting and subject to change. These are bargaining unit positions.)

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.