• Safety Specialist

    APTIM (Niskayuna, NY)


    Job Overview:

    This position reports to the Environmental, Safety, Health, Quality and Training Manager in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory and Kesselring Site, both located in upstate New York. This position requires the ability to write reports and procedures, computer skills, public speaking, participate in project meetings, work in a team environment, and excellent follow through.

    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

    + The Safety Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of EHS policies and procedures

    + Ability to interpret and apply OSHA standards

    + EHS surveys and audits, maintain EHS documentation

    + Collect and analyze EHS metrics

    + Conduct accident investigations, participate in the safety committee.

    + Provide safety field oversight of production personnel involved in radiological and RCRA D&D activities.

    Basic Qualifications:

    + The position requires a minimum of five years of safety and industrial hygiene experience with a Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial engineering or related field of study required, and working knowledge of OSHA Construction Industry standards.

    + CSP, CIH, CHMM or equivalent certification preferred.

    + Experience in the fields of construction, demolition, remediation, asbestos abatement, lead abatement, lifting & rigging, ergonomics, noise, scaffolding, air monitoring and industrial hygiene equipment

    + Prior shipyard, DOE, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience strongly preferred

    + Experience in radiological and environmental decontamination and decommissioning fields a plus

    + Must be a US Citizen; no dual citizenship

    + Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Level L Security Clearance

    + Must be able to obtain and maintain radiological qualifications

    + Ability to lift 50 pounds

    + Ability to pass and maintain a medical clearance for entry into radiological areas.

    + Occasional overtime and travel may be required (infrequent)

    Additional Information:

    + Relocation assistance available to those who qualify

    + Competitive salary with annual performance reviews

    + Higher compensation possible for a candidate with extensive experience and credentials.

    + Complete company benefits package

    + Company sponsored DOE clearance

    + Tuition reimbursement program available

     

    About APTIM

     

    APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

    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 $145.00 - $55.00 Per Hour. 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/ .

     

    + Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.

    + Company paid and optional Life insurance

    + Short-term and long-term disability insurance

    + Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage

    + 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 401(k) Guide (https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf)

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    Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may make their request known by e-mailing [email protected] or calling 855.343.5600 for assistance.

     

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