Mechanical Foreman

INL•Idaho, ID

1d•$102,269 - $160,676

About The Position

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! Idaho National Laboratory’s (INL) Advanced Test Reactor Complex (ATR) is seeking forward-thinking professionals interested in exploring a career as a Mechanical Foreman. This position is based in Idaho, with a 4X10 schedule and every Friday off. Here you will supervise with an operational focus in area of functional expertise. Provide immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees. Key Responsibilities: Lead mechanical crafts in nuclear and non-nuclear maintenance activities. Manage the activities of represented staff in a section or department with accountability for results in terms of costs, strategies, and employees. First level of management with human resource (hire/fire/pay action, etc.) responsibilities Ensure work on reactor plants, experimental loops, utilities, and support facilities meets safety and quality standards. Accept daily schedule, allocate resources, and mitigate hazards. Hold crafts accountable; take corrective actions and stop unsafe work. Conduct job site walkdowns, pre-job briefings, and post-job reviews. Support ATR scheduling process and resolve technical issues. Serve as document owner for mechanical maintenance procedures. Identify deficiencies and participate in NMMP assessments. Promote ethics, continuous improvement, and craft training (TAG member). Maintain qualifications and participate in ATR Emergency Response Organization (ERO). Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of ATR mechanical systems (pumps, generators, compressors). Expertise in predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance. Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and system schematics. Familiarity with ASME codes and mechanical integrity inspections. Knowledge of contamination control and nuclear cleanup requirements. Proficient in mechanical testing tools (torque, alignment, vibration analysis).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and (1) year of related experience OR High School graduate with 7 years related experience.
ATR Complex Foreman Qualification within 12 months.
INL Foreman/Work Team Lead Initial Qualification Checklist within 12 months.
DOE “L” clearance within 1 month.
ES&H training and compliance with DOE O 433.1B and DOE O 462.2.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
In-depth knowledge of ATR mechanical systems (pumps, generators, compressors).
Expertise in predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and system schematics.
Familiarity with ASME codes and mechanical integrity inspections.
Knowledge of contamination control and nuclear cleanup requirements.
Proficient in mechanical testing tools (torque, alignment, vibration analysis).

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical crafts in nuclear and non-nuclear maintenance activities.
Manage the activities of represented staff in a section or department with accountability for results in terms of costs, strategies, and employees.
First level of management with human resource (hire/fire/pay action, etc.) responsibilities
Ensure work on reactor plants, experimental loops, utilities, and support facilities meets safety and quality standards.
Accept daily schedule, allocate resources, and mitigate hazards.
Hold crafts accountable; take corrective actions and stop unsafe work.
Conduct job site walkdowns, pre-job briefings, and post-job reviews.
Support ATR scheduling process and resolve technical issues.
Serve as document owner for mechanical maintenance procedures.
Identify deficiencies and participate in NMMP assessments.
Promote ethics, continuous improvement, and craft training (TAG member).
Maintain qualifications and participate in ATR Emergency Response Organization (ERO).