Emergency Services Specialist 1

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Emergency Services Specialist 1 -- Nuclear Fuel Services - Erwin, TN

Summary Description of Job:

Demonstrates the ability to be qualified as a Collection Site Person and Respirator Fit Tester as associated with respective NFS regulatory required Fitness For Duty and Respirator Fit Testing Programs.  Provides support to the NFS Fire Brigade (35-45 volunteer employees) and other emergency response activities as directed to help ensure compliance with NFPA and other regulatory guidance requirements.  Assumes assigned team roles with the Human Performance Programs, NFS Clean Team, and other special project assignments.  Performs administrative duties as necessary to support the Emergency Services group activities to include medical evaluation scheduling, Wellness Activity planning, communications development and other necessary functions as requested by the Emergency Services Unit Manager.  Interfaces with auditors and inspectors during program review as performed by internal and external auditors and regulatory inspection personnel.  Demonstrates a proficiency with the NFS Purchasing process to include the ability to initiate the CPPR process for acquisition of capital budget equipment and services.  Assists Emergency Services Manager with short and long range program planning activities including providing budgetary input toward the implementation and performance of established budget and cost control activities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities of Job:

• Assists Emergency Services Manager with assigned routine and special management activities including short and long range program planning.  Provides budgetary input toward the implementation and performance of established budget and cost control activities.
• Provides support to the NFS Fire Brigade (34-45 volunteer employees) as directed with to help ensure compliance with NFPA and other regulatory guidance requirements. Supports emergency response activities as directed.
• Interfaces with the Medical group personnel to ensure efficient and compliant respiratory fit testing and fitness for duty processes.
• Provides necessary support to the Radiation Technicians (8-10 individuals) normally assigned to support Emergency Services and Industrial Safety functions (respirator cleaning and fit testing process, fire brigade equipment inspection and maintenance, emergency response equipment inspection and maintenance, etc.).
• Qualified to initiate and complete work request documentation utilized for the completion of various work activities performed by NFS Maintenance and subcontractor personnel in compliance with applicable Work Management procedures.
• Demonstrates a proficiency with the NFS Purchasing process to include the ability to initiate the CPPR process for acquisition of capital budget equipment and services.  This includes maintaining required functional and calibrated equipment (where applicable) and supplies at sufficient inventory levels for continued operation with minimum of impact or delays to the NFS Plant Operation.
• Assumes assigned team roles with the Human Performance Program, NFS Clean Team, Safety Culture initiatives, and other special project assignments.
• Establishes and maintains a SharePoint site and similar NFS Intranet Systems for plant personnel access to assist with utilizing services provided by the Emergency Services group.

Educational Requirements of Job:

B. S.  -- Hygiene, Safety, Engineering or Science OR equivalent experience acceptable with at least two years' relevant experience for each year college (i.e. eight years' experience in lieu of a degree).

Experience Requirements (Beyond educational or equivalent):

With a B. S. degree one (1) - two (2) years' experience in Emergency Services disciplines sufficient to demonstrate the ability to apply technical knowledge to plant situations and requirements OR without B. S. degree nine years' experience in Emergency Services disciplines sufficient to demonstrate the ability to apply technical knowledge to plant situations. 

Grade Level of Job: 

5.1

Pay: $56,000 - $88,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $56,000 and $88,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to 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 base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual 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.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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