Decon Laborer NWP

Overview

Location: Crescent Junction, Utah
Title: Decon Laborer
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Portage, Inc. is a technically diverse company providing consulting and project execution services to clients on environmental, engineering, and infrastructure projects. Portage has completed projects focused on investigations, remedial/response actions, and removal of radiological, hazardous, and toxic waste for federal, state, tribal, and local governments and private industry clients. Portage is ISO
9001 certified and has an active NQA-1 compliant Quality Assurance Program. Portage is based in Idaho Falls, Idaho, with satellite offices nationwide. On January 20, 2017, Portage, Inc., was acquired by North Wind Group.

A Decon Laborer for the Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) Project performs construction decontamination tasks at the Moab and Crescent Junction sites.

• Perform cleaning and decontamination activities.
• Perform duties in accordance with project policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations for secure and safe operation.
• Conduct thorough inspection of tools and equipment assigned.
• Safely operate hand tools and powered hand tool equipment in various configurations as assigned.
• Properly complete all necessary paperwork as required by project procedures and federal, state, and local laws.
• Perform work in a timely manner and maintain adequate production to meet service schedules.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of experience in construction, decontamination and basic maintenance duties.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to clearly communicate professionally, both orally and in written form, and to maintain records related to the job.
• Motivated and willing to work as part of a team and perform multiple job functions.
• Ability to execute tasks after receiving written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, and night shifts, pending demand.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
• Ability to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.

• A valid driver license is highly preferred, but not required for the Decon Laborer position.
• Ability to qualify as a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Radiation Worker II and complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) worker qualification and pass a HAZWOPER/respirator user medical exam.

Ability to work in different types of personal protective equipment (half-face, full-face respirators, Tyvek, etc.) while performing various tasks/activities (e.g., climbing, walking, stopping) in different work environments (e.g., cold, heat). Physically able to perform job tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs alone. This position is not required to use or operate a motor vehicle, heavy equipment, or off highway vehicle such as an ATV/UTV.

This position will work primarily outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. The company emphasizes employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance, and values safety, reliability, and commitment to its people. For more information about benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. If accommodation is needed during the application process, contact our Helpline  or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance. North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Proof of citizenship may be required. Some candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or higher US Government clearance.