Radiation Control Technician

Radiation Control Technician

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking a Radiation Control Technician in Lynchburg, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Reporting to the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager
• Performing radiological work in support of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with BWXT radiological policies and procedures
• Performing oversight and assessment of Field Operations execution of field work packages (FWP) and Work Orders (WO) to ensure adherence to radiological plans and procedures
• Performing radiological characterization of waste, such as Non-Destructive Analysis (NDA) and surveys
• Participating in meetings and field walk-downs for project estimates, and as required
• Attending site radiological meetings, as required
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of areas associated with safety awareness, hazard recognition, and radiological control practices
• Routinely interfacing directly with the customer Radiation Protection organization
• Ensuring field technician/field operations training and familiarization of project radiation protection requirements
• Ensuring implementation of the TSG Radiation Protection Management Plan and applicable NOG-L radiation protection requirements
• Participating in or leading radiological work permit (RWP) meetings, training Field Operations on the RWP and ensuring their familiarization with all RWP requirements
• Performing duties, as assigned by supervision, as a Field Operations Technician when not assigned as a radiological Controls Technician

Essential functions and job responsibilities include:

• Possessing physical capability to provide hands-on health physics measurements and monitoring requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in support of FMS projects and the ESHQ Directorate.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Having an in-depth understanding and expertise in radiological work practices, processes, and operations, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience
• Experience working in challenging work environments
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
• Preparing and maintaining documentation and reports of monitoring activities.

Minimum requirements include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years relevant experience
• The candidate must have a Department of Energy (DOE) "Q" security clearance. Candidates with an active "L" clearance will be required to upgrade to a "Q" clearance. Completed DOE Core Training Card
• They may provide equivalency, that is, registration under the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT)
• Maintaining qualification (DOE Core or NRRPT) is the responsibility of the subcontractor
• Technician provides, in advance, evidence of medical qualification for use of a respiratory protection device
• Fit testing for respirators provided, but the medical certification to wear a respirator will be the responsibility of the subcontractor.
• Technician shall be current in 40-hour Hazardous Waste Site Operations HAZWOPER and annual 8-hour refresher course
• Maintaining annual HAZWOPER qualification is the responsibility of the subcontractor

Desired qualifications include:

• Registration under the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT)

Company benefits include:

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment:

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources.