Construction technician

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is seeking a Construction Technician to join our team. This position is full-time and will serve the Portsmouth Site in Piketon, OH.

Clearance Level Required :

Uncleared - Must be able to obtain and maintain a Clearance

Per Diem / Travel Authorized :

Overview :

• Performs a variety of assignments of a construction engineering or field engineering support nature, both technical and administrative / clerical.
• May be assigned to assist several engineering disciplines.
• Performs tasks according to specific and detailed instructions in a safe manner with latitude for exercising independent judgment.
• Assures work performed complies with the accuracy and time constraints of the project.
• May act as a lead for a team of engineering technicians.
• Serves as a resource to lesser experienced team members.
• Provides administrative and / or functional support to the Construction team.
• Performs duties of general / routine to moderate complexity in nature.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner.
• Actively participated in Safety Work Groups.

Clearance & Citizenship Requirement :

• To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
• Due to the nature of the work, a U.S. Citizenship is requ ired

About the Site :

• The DOE's Portsmouth Site, located in Piketon, Ohio, strives to effectively implement EM responsibilities, obligations and activities to accomplish environmental remediation actions in compliance with regulatory milestones and agreements;

and perform Decontamination and Decommissioning ( energy.gov ) .

About GEM :

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 29 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations.

Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors.

At the core of our operations is our guiding philosophy : our partnership, your success . We believe in the power of collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.

We partner with our clients to solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions. We partner with our communities to promote well-being by investing in local schools and non-profit organizations.

We partner with our employees and remain committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace.

BENEFITS : To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs;

this includes, but is not limited to, a highly competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

COMPENSATION : GEM does not publish salary ranges on external job boards; all ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience.

• High School Diploma and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and / or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals / solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
• Ability to carry several instruments / equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking / standing, repeated pushing / pulling.
• Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, nonrepetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and / or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive;

performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.

• Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and / or working around moving equipment / machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).
• Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.
• Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow / ice, etc.)
• In some cases radiological training may be required.
• May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

Last updated : 2024-05-23