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Outside Machinist

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Idaho, Idaho Falls
2026 East Lincoln Road (Show on map)
Feb 03, 2026
About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is hiring experienced Outside Machinists! Step into a pivotal role where your mechanical expertise ensures the maintenance and repair of critical industrial equipment, driving the cutting-edge work of our vital mission supporting the world's best Navy. As an Outside Machinist (Mechanic), you will perform routine and non-routine maintenance and repairs on a wide range of industrial equipment with minimal supervision. Types of equipment include: gas/diesel engines, pumps, tractors, loaders, compressors, water jets, drill and hydraulic presses, and others. You will also obtain and maintain a variety of essential qualifications, including Contamination Worker, Lockout-Tagout, Silica, DOT, Fire Watch, Fall Protection, Man-Lift Operator, and any other radiological, environmental and safety qualification deemed necessary. Essential Duties: Conduct preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair malfunctions, and replace worn or broken parts to keep machinery in optimal condition. Install new industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. Use diagnostic tools and mechanical knowledge to identify the root cause of equipment failures. Work on variety of mechanical systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical components. Comply with and enforce safety, criticality, environmental, and radiological requirements. Maintain records of activities, repairs, and equipment performance. Read and interpret blueprints and schematics. Report non-conforming conditions using the Deficiency Reporting(DR) processes as required by the applicable procedures. Qualify for Contamination Worker, ESS, Lockout-Tagout, Silica, DOT, Fire watch, Fall Protection, Man-lift Operator, and any other radiological, environmental, and safety qualification deemed necessary by the supervisor. Physical demands of this position includebeing able to bend, stoop, climb ladders, work at heights and wear fall protection equipment. The position could require rotating shift work and overtime as necessary to support mission needs. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill High school diploma and a minimum of 5 years of mechanical experience *Must qualify as a Contamination Worker, Lockout-Tagout, Silica, DOT, Fire watch, Fall Protection, Man-lift Operator, and any other radiological, environmental, and safety qualifications deemed necessary by the supervisor. Preferred Skills Millwright/Industrial mechanic or related Military certifications. Gas/diesel engine repair experience. Pump repair, alignment, and replacement experience. Experience maintaining heavy equipment, tractors, loaders, hydraulics, and compressors. Familiar with operating fabrication equipment, waterjet, drill and hydraulic presses, shears, plate racks, weld processes, etc. Knowledge in methods, practices, and techniques of maintaining industrial equipment. Familiar with tele-manipulator removal/install and maintenance. Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $32.24 - $40.42 hourly Jobs categorized as subject to a collective bargaining agreement will adhere to the pay rates, wage increases, progression schedules, and other parameters identified and negotiated in said agreements. Wages and other compensation details are subject to change based negotiated changes to the collective bargaining agreements. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply Now