I&C Technician/Munitions Handler

AmentumHuntsville, AL
Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a motivated Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technician/Munitions Handler to support The Prototype Recovered Ordnance Destruction System (PRODS) project in Huntsville, Alabama. This role involves maintaining facilities and equipment in a demilitarization facility. The position is full-time (40 hours/week), with 10-hour days Monday-Thursday, and may require overtime, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities include performing maintenance on facility systems and equipment, handling munitions, managing hazardous waste, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5 or more years industrial maintenance experience in an operating demilitarization, chemical, power, processing, industrial service, military, or manufacturing plant OR; Completion of formal apprenticeship or similar accredited training program (such as vocational, trade, commercial, or military) in the I & C field and 5 or more years industrial maintenance experience in an operating demilitarization, chemical, power, processing, industrial service, military or manufacturing plant
  • Completion of a degreed course of study from an accredited institution in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, mechatronics, robotics and automation, or other similar technical degree.
  • Previously certified as an I&C Technician under an SDC or demilitarization certification program.
  • Must be a US Citizen or naturalized citizen able to obtain and maintain site access.
  • Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts.
  • Must be willing and able to work in an industrial environment that is in a demilitarization facility.
  • Must have experience and/or completed training/education and can show competency and proficiency working with and installing low voltage (≤ 120 volts) electrical equipment, systems, and components.
  • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layout and specifications in the performance of the duties to ensure system integrity is maintained.
  • Must have thorough understanding of instrumentation equipment (transmitters, thermocouple devices,, etc.) operation of that equipment. Also instrumentation equipment maintenance requirements and restrictions imposed by safety and environmental regulations.
  • Must have experience and/or have completed training/education and can show competency and proficiency in the following: Analog and digital process control loop functionality.
  • Process instrumentation troubleshooting by use of Multi-meters and Fluke 744 Calibrators.
  • Performing process instrumentation replacement and calibrations.
  • Use of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
  • Use of a military or industrial OSHA approved Lock Out Tag Out program.
  • Sound fundamentals in the use of measuring and testing equipment consistent with I/C scope of work.
  • Ability to complete training and certification of the SDC Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and familiarity with Siemens control systems.
  • Knowledge of Process Data Acquisition and Recording Systems (PDARS).
  • Experience using process trend data analysis software to troubleshoot instrumentation issues.
  • Experience with continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems.
  • Experience operating a Forklift in an industrial environment.
  • Experience working in a toxic or hazardous work environment.
  • Experience working around and handling explosively configured materials.
  • Knowledge/Experience in a I&C Technician.
  • Knowledge/Experience working in a Control Room.
  • Certified as a I&C Technician and Munitions Handler under a certification program.

Responsibilities

  • Perform a variety of instrumentation, controls/electronics and electrical trade functions including modifications, revisions, and corrective and preventive maintenance on facility systems, equipment, and components.
  • Install and remove piping, circuits, and associated instrumentation and equipment supporting facility modifications.
  • Perform and support munitions handling, waste management, housekeeping practices, and other assigned duties.
  • Perform hazardous waste worker duties in permitted or regulated facilities, including movement, containerization, storage, identification, loading, record keeping, emergency response, and handling/disposing of hazardous waste such as munitions, explosives, incendiaries, pyrotechnics, smokes, and other hazardous waste streams.
  • Perform all work safely and in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
  • Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.
  • Move unpacked munitions to the appropriate conveyor line to be fed to the PRODS in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Perform overpacking operations of questionable deteriorated condition ordnance.
  • Assist the Area Supervisor in ensuring that munition accountability is maintained accurately.
  • Operate equipment in assigned functional areas in accordance with established SOPs and test procedures.
  • Maintain Fitness for Duty Standards.
  • Perform journeyman level duties in the installation, repair, and maintenance of low voltage (≤ 120 volts) electrical equipment, systems, and components.
  • I&C Technicians may perform Electrical LO/TO zero energy verifications on 480-volt electrical equipment, after completion of NFPA 70 Qualified Person Training.
  • Replace worn, damaged, or failed components and fixtures in support of facility operations.
  • Conduct post-maintenance testing of systems, equipment, and components as necessary to complete work packages ensuring systems, equipment, and components are returned to operational conditions.
  • Complete training and certification of the SDC Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS).
  • Carry out or assist in the operation, calibration, and performance of preventive/corrective maintenance; maintain records on all CEMS equipment.
  • Recommend changes to fine-tune any monitoring, waste sampling, and CEMS related procedures.
  • Perform operational check, acceptance testing, and systemization of monitoring.
  • Wear various levels of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) in the performance of assigned duties.
  • Work near and handle explosive configured munitions, components, and residues, in environments with elevated temperatures.
  • Maintain accountability of property, including tools and maintenance equipment.
  • Understand and utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, measurement and test equipment (M&TE) in the performance of duties.
  • Make periodic, routine tours through operating areas to ensure safe and efficient operations.
  • Monitor assigned system parameters for trending towards deviation of established limits for current operating conditions, and performs appropriate corrective actions to prevent deviation from established limits.
  • Complete data sheets, test records, and other operational documentation as required for equipment and systems in assigned functional areas.
  • Assist Engineering with modifications/revisions to plant systems, equipment, and/or components.
  • Maintain housekeeping in all areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the PRODS project.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
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