Fitter

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Fitter to work in our Fitter Maintenance department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Central Facilities 45 miles west of Idaho Falls with every Friday off.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, installation, and repair of piping, plumbing, and tubing systems and components, potentially in a nuclear facility.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain mechanical/piping and tubing systems and their components.
• Operate shop equipment, test jigs, and use piping/tubing installation/repair/maintenance tools, as well as basic hand and power tools.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain high-pressure/hazardous material and waste systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain fire systems, fire hydrants, fire protection fluid systems, air dryers, and heat exchangers.
• Couple and align mechanical/piping, tubing systems, and components.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on piping and tubing systems and components.
• Read and interpret drawings and sketches proficiently.
• Review scope with customers to define job requirements, offer recommendations for improving product outcomes, and provide status updates on jobs in progress to project managers and management. Resolve problems and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Participate in work planning walk-downs, material identification/recommendation, man-hour estimating, and material procurement as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices by keeping work areas clean and organized.
• Ensure Human Performance Improvement (HPI) tools and strong safety culture principles are embedded into daily activities.
• Perform On-the-Job (OJT) instruction training for the qualification of other work disciplines.
• Maintain all training and qualifications as per Individual Training Plan and Job Function Requirements.
• Participate in all company safety programs, including but not limited to Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA), and Employee Safety Training (EST).
• Work to drawings, schematics, and work specifications to produce successful outcomes using modern techniques and tools of the trade.
• Obtain and maintain applicable qualifications.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Journeyman Plumber’s license.
• Must have experience with stainless steel and industrial fittings.
• Valid state of Idaho driver’s license 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 $45.42/hr. (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.
  
  

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.
  
  

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 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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.

Selective Service Requirements

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.

Other Information

When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Primary Location

US-ID-Idaho Falls

Job

Crafts/Labors/Others (USW Union)

Organization

Facilities & Site Services (Jxxx)

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Mar 27, 2025, 7:01:22 AM

Unposting Date

Apr 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

RELOCATION

Position NOT Relocation Eligible

TELEWORK

On-Site Worker