Equipment Operator

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an Equipment Operator to work on our Equipment and Heavy Equipment Operations team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) with every other)) Friday off.

You will operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, shovels, tractors, or front-end loaders. You may repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties. You will report to the manager of the Equipment and Heavy Equipment Operations department.

Responsibilities Include:

• Operate power tools and light and medium equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, compactors, and dump trucks with trailers. Other equipment may include sweepers, equipment transport vehicles, snowplows, and related maintenance equipment of the assigned facility.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Perform flagging and traffic control duties at work sites.
• Perform basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Class A CDL with a Hazmat endorsement.
• Ability to obtain/qualify for Radiological Worker II within 90 days of hire date and maintain qualification for duration of employment.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information:

• The pay for this position is: $39.30/hour. (Rate can vary based upon individual work location, clearances, and qualifications. Rates are accurate for current posting and subject to change. These are bargaining unit positions.)
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb ladders, work at heights, and in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires the operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

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To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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