Per Diem Shipyard Firewatch Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Applied Technical Services, LLC (“ATS” or the “Company”) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world, and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

Summary: ATS is seeking Level II VT/MT Technicians for Newport News Shipyard (NNS).  You will work at NNS and be attached to ATS Chesapeake, VA office.  Two ways to be hired, if qualified:

Full-time with benefits: $38/hr to start and $40/hr with successful performance review after 6 months of continuous employment. Eligible for overtime.

Full-time without benefits: $46/hr to start and $48/hr with successful performance review after 6 months of continuous employment. Eligible for overtime.

Per diem, currently $178/day, is available with these positions once you are certified VT, MT level II and passed HII TPE. Per diem will be paid for days worked (at least 8 hours per day). To be eligible for per diem, you must:

-Be more than 50 miles from your permanent residence.

-Work a minimum of 40 hours per week to be eligible for 7 days per diem.

Responsibilities/Duties: Level II VT/MT Technicians:

• Perform VT and MT examinations of materials in accordance with procedures, codes, standards, and specifications.
• Set up and utilize NDT Testing Equipment.
• Operate handheld grinder to remove detected discontinuities.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the methods for which qualified and exercise assigned responsibility for OJT and guidance of trainees
• Interface with department managers and clients to determine scope of work and work priorities in order to meet customer expectations.
• Be able to prepare written instructions and to organize and report the results of examinations.
• Work independently and support team members.
• Perform other job related tasks as needed and assigned by supervisors.
• Actively participate in ATS and Client Safety Programs.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Level II VT/MT Technicians – Meet the minimum requirements of an NDT Level II VT/MT Technician; provide documentation of education, training, and experience in the applicable NDT method(s); have a working knowledge of industrial environments and general manufacturing processes; ability to effectively communicate with other departments, and customers to report issues and solve problems.
• NAVSEA and/or shipyard work experience a plus.
• Additional NDT certs are a plus.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

All applicants require the following:

• Ability to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills written and verbal.
• Applicants must pass a drug screen and have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a required extensive background check for access to the shipyard.
• “U.S. Persons” Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”). Accordingly, the company will consider only “U.S. Persons” for this position. A “U.S. Person” includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Work Conditions:

• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• Work from heights on scaffolding, ladders, elevated platforms, man-baskets, etc.
• Work in confined spaces which will require crawling, stooping, climbing, etc.
• Work in around operating equipment and industrial environments.
• Work shifts up to 12 hours/day and 7 days/week and travel for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry 100 pounds.

Benefits: ATS offers excellent wages and advancement opportunities. ATS full-time employee benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, personal time, and bonuses.

ATS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.