Facilities/Maintenance Technician

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Position Overview:


As a Facilities/Maintenance Technician at NOGJ in Jonesborough, you will perform a variety of duties within the Maintenance department and will provide support throughout the facility and within all areas of production. This position reports directly to the Facilities/Maintenance Supervisor. This position requires the ability to work any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd), the ability to work overtime, weekends and shifts of 10 to 12 hours per day. Working under general supervision and following established policies, you will perform assignments requiring general use and application of concepts, practices and techniques within various areas of the facility.


Location:


Jonesborough, Tennessee


Your Day to Day as Facilities/Maintenance Technician:

• Troubleshoot, perform maintenance, install and repair fluid systems and chemical processing equipment including but not valves, pumps, process control systems, heaters, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical equipment

• Apply system lock out devices and conduct maintenance on hazardous chemical systems

• General building and grounds maintenance; installation, repair and maintenance of electrical and plumbing systems and equipment

• Carpentry

• Report issue and out of control conditions to supervision/management

• Evaluate, prioritize and complete requests for repair

• Perform basic to moderately complex data collection
• Report and provide feedback to supervision
• Conduct inspections and make recommendations to supervision

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on process systems equipment and components

• Perform modifications to equipment

• Assist with preventative maintenance

• Maintain records as required

• Maintain clean work area

• Assist in other areas of the facility as required

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or completion of two (2) years at a technical school or equivalent experience. Courses of study must be in maintenance/facilities related field. Must have at least six (6) years facilities/maintenance work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

• Intermediate knowledge of troubleshooting; repair/maintenance of various machinery including but not limited to valves, pumps, process control systems, hydraulic and mechanical components, heaters, PLC's, and power distribution systems

• Advanced knowledge of maintenance trades and associated tools and equipment including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, air conditioning, machinery and equipment repairs a plus

• Analytical ability to perform moderately complex equipment evaluations

• Intermediate knowledge of math involving algebra and geometry

• Ability to schedule and prioritize workflow

• Effective computer skills and literacy

• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and external contacts

• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Able to work effectively in a team environment.

• Able to work any shift (1st, 2nd, 3rd)

• May be required to wear a respirator in the performance of normal duties and will be required to maintain clean shaven protocol for respirator fit testing

• Must be able to work 10 plus hours per shift. May be required to work any shift, 1st, 2nd or 3rd. Must be available to work overtime and/or on weekends as needed

• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) and/or Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $$26.92 - $$42.31


The starting hourly rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $$26.92 and $$42.31 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.


As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.


All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.


BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.


BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid ("Agreement"). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT's Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].


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