Contamination Worker at APTIM

Town of Niskayuna, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

40.87

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiological Controls, Hazardous Materials, Asbestos Abatement, Demolition, Dismantlement, Scaffold Erection, Working at Heights, Decontamination, Component Removal, Environmental Investigation, Waste Segregation, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Carpentry, Mechanical Skills, Safety Procedures

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Job Overview: This is a Non-Exempt position in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Kesselring Naval Training Facility. This project is a joint venture as we partner with BWXT to form BWSR LLC serving as a government sub-contractor. Candidates should have experience and knowledge of standard construction activities and methods using hand and power tools. Workers receive specific training in radiological controls, hazardous materials, and asbestos abatement and are expected to maintain their knowledge levels. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: * Demolition and dismantlement of equipment and structures * Mechanical disconnection and segregation of out-of-service machinery * Scaffold erection and working at heights * Radiological decontamination and component removal in strict compliance with radiological work procedures * Asbestos abatement of facilities and components * Environmental investigation and remediation activities * Segregation and packaging of hazardous, non-hazardous, chemical, and radiological wastes * Testing: written and practical exams to gain and maintain required qualifications Basic Qualifications: * 3 years minimum experience in Construction and/or Demolition * High School Diploma or equivalent * Strong written and oral communication skills * Ability to be Verbatim Compliant to work/safety procedures * Use of wide range of hand and power tools * Carpentry and mechanical skills * Ability to work in strict Safety-focused work environment * Ability to take written and practical examinations * U.S. Citizen - No Dual Citizenship * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Dept. of Energy "L" clearance * Ability to lift up to 60lbs. Preferred Experience: * Experience with rigging and mechanical lifting equipment * Experience working with Asbestos, Lead, PCBs and other Hazardous Materials * Asbestos certification * 40HR HAZWOPER * Experience working by OSHA guidelines and standards * Prior experience in radiological D&D and remediation a plus * U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience a plus ABOUT APTIM APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence. What you can expect from APTIM: * Work that is worthy of your time and talent * Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home * Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities * A voice in making our company better * Investment into your personal and professional development As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $25.00/HR - $40.87/HR. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM. Employee Benefits APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/]. * Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location. * Life insurance * Short-term and long-term disability insurance * Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law) * 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: * APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com) [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/eaa3a0a0-e46b-447b-b8b7-18f2fbf26eae/APTIM-401k-Plan-Features.pdf] * APTIM - Helpful Documents [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents] Watch our video: About APTIM - In Pursuit of Better [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DcCRFRS4ZZjg&data=05%7C02%7Cbrad.marks%40aptim.com%7Ce74c1ef9135147593d2b08dd8f254dbc%7C722bb117d3964e7c982b8c9f8038294d%7C0%7C0%7C638824112555939727%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5Q%2F0rZXv%2BCA9HIwlB8WvxlREyFwDRtFalllJ%2BGkA8jQ%3D&reserved=0] ***PLEASE NOTE THESE POSITIONS DO NOT START UNTIL DOE CLEARANCE IS OBATAINED TYPICALLY TAKES 7 TO 12 MONTHS BUT CAN RUN LONGER***

Responsibilities

This role supports the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities, involving the demolition and dismantlement of equipment and structures, and mechanical disconnection of machinery. Key tasks include radiological decontamination, asbestos abatement, environmental remediation, and proper segregation and packaging of various waste types.