Title:
Poland BOSS: Journeyman Electrician
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Program Summary
KBR proudly serves as the performance-based contractor for Base Operations Services at the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System in Naval Support Facility (NSF) Redzikowo, Poland. This program focuses on the deployment and operational management of the sophisticated Aegis system, designed to intercept, and neutralize short- and medium-range ballistic missiles. Our primary mission is to ensure seamless base operations, directly enhancing strategic defense capabilities.
NSF Redzikowo, housing the second Aegis Ashore system, plays a crucial role in NATO's defense against missile threats. Commissioned in September, the facility emphasizes our commitment to supporting key military infrastructures. Its strategic location northwest of Warsaw, near the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, positions it strategically in European defense.
Our involvement in NSF Redzikowo includes comprehensive Base Operations Services, showcasing KBR's expertise in managing complex military facilities. The base incorporates essential infrastructure, such as administrative offices, housing, dining facilities, security buildings, and athletic facilities—all maintained to the highest standards.
Introduction and Purpose:
KBR takes pride in serving as the performance-based contractor for Base Operations Services at the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System located in Naval Support Facility (NSF) Redzikowo, Poland. This program, integral to global defense strategies, revolves around the deployment and operational management of the Aegis system—a sophisticated missile defense technology designed to intercept and neutralize short- and medium-range ballistic missiles. Our primary objective in this crucial mission is to ensure the seamless functioning and support of the base's operations, directly contributing to its strategic defense capabilities.
Significance within the Broader Organization: NSF Redzikowo, featuring the second Aegis Ashore system, plays a critical role in NATO's defense network against missile threats. Officially commissioned in September, this facility underscores our commitment to supporting key military infrastructures. Its strategic location, approximately 225 miles northwest of Warsaw and in proximity to the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, positions it at a pivotal point in European defense.
Key Achievements and Impact: Our involvement in NSF Redzikowo encompasses comprehensive Base Operations Services, showcasing KBR's expertise in managing complex military facilities. Despite initial operational delays, the project is nearing completion, achieving significant milestones under our stewardship. The base incorporates essential infrastructure, including administrative offices, housing, dining facilities, security buildings, and athletic facilities—all maintained and operated to the highest standards.
Team Size and Expertise:
The KBR team at NSF Redzikowo comprises 127 dedicated professionals, each bringing specialized skills and expertise to the project. This diverse team is responsible for a range of services, from administrative support to the maintenance of critical infrastructure, ensuring the operational readiness and efficiency of the base.
Location and Infrastructure:
Situated at a former military and civilian airfield, NSF Redzikowo's infrastructure is tailored to support the unique requirements of the Aegis Ashore system. The facility includes a fire-control radar deckhouse, an associated Aegis command, control, and communications suite, and several launch modules for interceptor missiles. This setup mirrors the successful deployment of a similar system in Deveselu, Romania, highlighting the replicable and scalable nature of our operational expertise.
Industry Recognition:
While specific industry recognitions for this project are not detailed, the scale and complexity of our operations at NSF Redzikowo demonstrate KBR's capability and commitment to supporting critical defense initiatives. Our role in this project serves as a testament to our expertise in managing large-scale, high-stakes military operations and infrastructure.
This program summary encapsulates KBR's crucial role and contributions to the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System at NSF Redzikowo, showcasing our ability to manage and operate significant military installations, deliver operational excellence, and contribute to global security and stability.
Job Summary
This position involves reporting to and taking direction from the Foreman or General Foreman. The responsibilities include reading and interpreting instructions, ensuring high-quality standards in installations, moving materials and equipment to work sites, setting up work areas, and maintaining, repairing, or installing electrical equipment and support systems for base construction and maintenance. Additionally, the role involves record-keeping, tool and equipment maintenance, and various clean-up tasks. The individual is responsible for identifying necessary materials, submitting requisitions through the procurement process, and tracking materials until received. Adherence to safety rules, including the use of required personal safety equipment, is crucial. The required skills are acquired through certification as a Journeyman Electrician and 2-5 years of experience. Other duties and activities may be assigned as directed.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Report to and receive assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or General Foreman.
- Read and interpret instructions and documentation; plan work activities accordingly.
- Ensure the highest quality standards are maintained in all installations.
- Move materials and equipment to work locations and set up work sites.
- Maintain, repair, and replace or install a broad range of electrical equipment and support systems in support of base Operations and maintenance activities.
- Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
- Identify proper materials required for specific installations; submit material requisitions through the procurement process, and follow up with materials and/or logistics personnel until received.
- Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
- Perform LV Switching Procedures 50/60Hz.
- Perform LV Isolations.
- Operate, maintain, and repair the permanent 50/60Hz electrical power transmission systems and distribution systems.
- Efficiently and safely operate systems equipment and components per ANSI, ASME, NFPA, and OMSI standards, as well as the provided O&M manuals and other specific operating manuals, procedures, and instructions.
- Monitor and regulate equipment controls, maintain operating records, logs, and reports, and examine and make minor adjustments to equipment and system components.
- Ensure all work is performed safely with minimal impact on the distribution system.
Note: This is a general description reflecting the concept and intent of the position and may not include all inherent work requirements.
Basic Qualifications
- US Citizenship
- Must be fluent in English.
- Must possess passport book (not passport card) with at least 12 months of remaining validity AND with at least 4 blank visa/stamp pages remaining.
- Must possess driver's license with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
- Must possess security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain.
- The skills for this position are acquired through Certification as Electrician and 3-5 years of experience.
- Electrical License/certification- In date
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, document, plan, and perform work activities independently.
Preferred Qualifications
COVID VACCINATION:
In compliance with the U.S. federal government’s vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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