Sitewide Laborer/Custodian

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is looking for motivated individuals interested in a position as a Laborer or Custodian. We are hiring out of multiple facilities, including our Idaho Falls REC (in-town) locations, Central Facilities Area (CFA), Advanced Test Reactor (ATR), and Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC).

About the role

We will hire from this opening throughout the next 3 months as positions become available. Responsibilities may depend on position and work location.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move and stack material such as boxes and bulky items by hand, hand trucks, or dollies.
• Operate hand tools and power equipment such as lawnmowers, zero radius power mowers, edger, leaf blower, and weed trimmers to perform tasks such as mowing lawns, clearing small trees and bushes.
• Operate small tractors, snowplows/blades, snow blower, and power broom for removing snow.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks such as moving, arranging, collecting, and cleaning equipment and materials.
• Use safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform physical manual labor, heavy lifting, work in heat/cold environments, work in respiratory protection environments, work in confined space environments, work at elevations or working with or operating heavy industrial equipment or tools.
• Perform cleaning, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and cleaning of windows/walls/doors/restrooms and other similar tasks.
• Operate equipment such as power buffer and scrubbers, vacuums, carpet cleaners, and high speed burnishers.
• Perform furniture, equipment, and material moves.
• Perform seasonal outdoor yard work such as: cutting grass, shoveling, sweeping, and hosing of sidewalks and roadways, cleans ditches, fence lines and grounds of weeds and debris.
• Perform snow removal operations.
• Perform decontamination work.
• Operate motorized vehicles such as pickup trucks, sedans, motorized lawn equipment, etc.
• Move furniture for a full shift at a time and perform similar strenuous activities over extended periods.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices by keeping work areas clean and organized.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials or manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms.
• Operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment.
• Climb ladders and/or work in confined spaces.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Sufficient visual acuity, speaking ability, and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

• Full-time Custodian: $22.84/hour (Rate can vary based upon individual work location/class, clearances, and qualifications. Rates are accurate for current posting and subject to change. These are bargaining unit positions.)
• Full-time Laborer: $26.60/hour (Rate can vary based upon individual work location/class, clearances, and qualifications. Rates are accurate for current posting and subject to change. These are bargaining unit positions.)

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 (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

About Us

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 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities, and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

• 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.

To be eligible for employment at INL, males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS).