What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Mechanical Inspector-Mechanical/Pipefitter position at Pantex Plant?
Location: Amarillo, TX
Job Title: Special Mechanical Inspector-Mechanical/Pipefitter
Organization: South Zone Maintenance (51111050)
Essential Job Duties
High school diploma or equivalent.
DOE Order 426.2A Requirements
In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., High School diploma, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Functional Requirements
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide
alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive
difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay
healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here
At Pantex, you won't just find a job—you’ll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you #JointheMission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.
Notes
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP, the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP, a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official, and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position
Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to random selection for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Job Title: Special Mechanical Inspector-Mechanical/Pipefitter
Organization: South Zone Maintenance (51111050)
Essential Job Duties
- Inspects, makes repairs and adjustments, and conducts necessary tests on Plant systems and equipment, such as buildings, boilers, fire alarm systems, pressure vessels, piping, air tanks, storage tanks, and drainage systems.
- Submits inspection findings in accordance with established preventive maintenance reporting procedures.
- May perform nondestructive testing of presses, mandrels, tanks, tooling and fixtures.
- Must be able to work under general supervision.
- Responsible for accurate completion of reports on inspections performed.
- Makes necessary follow-up reports to supervision as required.
- Schedules own work in accordance with requirements of the job.
- Responsible for inspections being performed in compliance with prevailing American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and National fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes, Nondestructive testing (NDT) codes, and Plant Standards.
- Responsible for performing all work according to established safety rules/guidelines.
- Responsible for maintaining a knowledge of applicable Federal, State, Department of Energy (DOE), Corporate and Plant rules, regulations, Labor Agreements and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Required to attend and/or successfully complete training classes as determined by the Training and Development Technologies Department, through General Employee Training (Reference DOE Order 426.2), and Management.
- Participates in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
- Understands a worker’s right to stop work when they feel their own or other’s personal safety is jeopardized.
- Attends all required safety meetings and training. Offers suggestions on improvements to the work environment.
- Must be able to perform all duties and functions outlined above.
- Must meet initial employment requirements.
- Must be able to read, write, and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.
- Must be physically fit to perform the above job functions including the physical ability to perform thorough inspection of all related equipment as determined by Medical Evaluation with no tendency toward claustrophobia or acrophobia.
- Must be proficient in the use of any and all tools necessary to perform inspections as required.
- May be required to have an NDT Level II Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant Certification.
- Must possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- All qualifications, work history, training, and education may be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof. Ability to perform the functions and responsibilities involved may be determined by a comprehensive interview and background evaluation.
- Must have one (1) year documented/demonstrated experience in inspection and testing of water-based fire systems. The one-year total experience may be derived from apprenticeship, installation, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, or repair of industrial fire systems.
- And:
- Must have a Journeyman Pipefitter designation and have four (4) years experience. Applicants will be required to obtain National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level II Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems certification, within two (2) years and six (6) months from the date of hire.
- Or, be Certified, NICET Level II, Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems and have four (4) years experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
DOE Order 426.2A Requirements
In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., High School diploma, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Functional Requirements
- Lifting or carrying {less than 51 pounds (or specify # of pounds _40_)}
- Straight pulling or pushing (_2_hours/day)
- Reaching above shoulder level
- Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
- Walking (_2_hours/day)
- Standing (_2_hours/day)
- Repeated bending at the waist
- Repeated squatting
- Climbing with arms and legs (ladder, etc.)
- Operation of motorized vehicle
- Normal far vision in at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
- Near vision (must be able to read computer screen, manuscript, book etc, at approximately 13-16 inches from face)
- Depth perception (ability to tell how close or far an object is)
- Must demonstrate practical ability to differentiate colors
- Good hearing
- No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
- Ability to use small tools
- Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties
- Constant noise (ex: running engines)
- Excessive heat
- Excessive cold/chilling
- Environmental dust (silica)
- Solvents and degreasing agents
- Works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
- Works out of doors
- Ladders or scaffolding
- Around moving vehicles
- Prolonged or irregular hours
- Shift work – specify – Swing / Graves
- Hands in water
- Isolated work assignments
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide
alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive
difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay
healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here
At Pantex, you won't just find a job—you’ll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you #JointheMission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.
Notes
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP, the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP, a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official, and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position
Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to random selection for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.