Contamination Worker

APTIM•Town of Niskayuna, NY

3d•$32 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Non-Exempt position in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Kesselring Naval Training Facility. This project is a joint venture as we partner with BWXT to form BWSR LLC serving as a government sub-contractor. Candidates should have experience and knowledge of standard construction activities and methods using hand and power tools. Workers receive specific training in radiological controls, hazardous materials, and asbestos abatement and are expected to maintain their knowledge levels.

Requirements

6 years minimum experience in Construction and/or Demolition
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to be Verbatim Compliant to work/safety procedures
Use of wide range of hand and power tools
Carpentry and mechanical skills
Ability to work in strict Safety-focused work environment
Ability to take written and practical examinations
U.S. Citizen - No Dual Citizenship
Ability to lift up to 60lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with rigging and mechanical lifting equipment
Experience working with Asbestos, Lead, PCBs and other Hazardous Materials
Asbestos certification
40HR HAZWOPER
Experience working by OSHA guidelines and standards
Prior experience in radiological D&D and remediation a plus
U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience a plus

Responsibilities

Demolition and dismantlement of equipment and structures
Mechanical disconnection and segregation of out-of-service machinery
Scaffold erection and working at heights
Radiological decontamination and component removal in strict compliance with radiological work procedures
Asbestos abatement of facilities and components
Environmental investigation and remediation activities
Segregation and packaging of hazardous, non-hazardous, chemical, and radiological wastes
Testing: written and practical exams to gain and maintain required qualifications