Field Operations Technician

Welcome to BWXT We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

As our Field Operations Production Technician 3, you will perform highly technical work in both radiological and industrial environments. This position requires sound radiological work practices, strong trade knowledge and skills, and strict compliance with applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

You will support a broad range of projects, including demolition and decontamination (D&D), new equipment and system installations, modifications, and repairs in various industrial settings. You will work with specialized equipment and tools while applying strong problem-solving skills and collaborating with other members of the project team.

Safety is a critical component of this role. You will be expected to follow established safety protocols, radiological controls, procedures, and regulations while performing work that can have significant implications for personal and public health and safety.

On-site at NOG-L Mt. Athos Site in Lynchburg, Virginia.

• Report to the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager.
• Prepare the work site for daily activities, including staging the materials, tools, and equipment required to perform assigned tasks.
• Perform assigned daily tasks using engineering procedures, engineering drawings, and applicable safety procedures and Job Hazard Analyses under the direction of the Field Operations Manager and Field Operations Supervisor.
• Perform project activities using mechanical and electrical trade skills, including new installations, modifications, and repairs of equipment, systems, buildings, and structures.
• Perform radiological work using sound radiological work control practices while adhering to applicable policies and procedures. Work may include equipment removal, decontamination of contaminated equipment, equipment and facility modifications, and radiological waste disposal.
• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary for protection from hazards associated with assigned tasks. PPE may include anti-contamination clothing, safety glasses, safety shoes, goggles, face shields, hard hats, safety gloves, safety harnesses, and respirators.
• Comply with applicable health and safety requirements while performing all assigned tasks.
• Maintain a productive and safe pace of work to complete assigned activities within established time constraints.
• Obtain and maintain all certifications and qualifications required for the position.
• Perform field walk-downs to support project estimates, readiness reviews, project closeout, and lessons learned, as directed by the Field Operations Manager.

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