Job DescriptionThe Radiological Control Department is looking for a highly performing individual with attention to detail to perform RCT duties as a Senior Technologist.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities- Perform radiological surveys and monitor radiological conditions and work practices utilized by Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) and/or subcontractors in assigned areas.
- Mentor junior staff in selected area(s) of specialty.
- Assigned areas include U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) properties and other locations within the U.S.
- Perform works of moderate complexity.
- Assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing measurement data.
- Participate in developing field operations and reports, designs, approaches, and proposals.
- Implement computer applications used in S/E work.
- Draft, revise, or review technical procedures and documentation.
- Work under general supervision with limited technical direction.
- Execute work in disciplined manner to demonstrate compliance with MSTS policies and procedures and laws, codes, and orders directly applicable to task execution.
- Identify areas needing improvement and provides approaches to solutions.
- Independent work is reviewed for technical judgement and accuracy.
- May serve as a lead technical support person on teams with well-defined scopes of work.
- Participate in briefings and advise other personnel on radiological conditions and requirements of a particular work situation.
- Ensure generation of records for radiation surveys and other job activities utilize appropriate forms and logbooks, as required.
- Implement stop work authority in a responsible manner when radiological or safety conditions warrant.
- Support/participate with and be a member of various emergency response teams with the potential of U.S. and worldwide travel.
- Coordinate assigned work with other technical personnel as directed.
- Maintain training and qualifications current and attend onsite and offsite training as necessary to maintain competency in the field of radiological control.
- Research records of potential radiological sites to determine whether sites are radiologically impacted. Ensure that corrective actions taken to mitigate hazards are properly implemented and effective in eliminating unsafe conditions.
- Provide directions for less experienced technicians and monitors the work of technicians and support personnel.
- Perform related work as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications- Associate degree in related field to the position plus at least 5 years' progressive related experience or high school diploma plus 7 years' progressive related experience.
- Current knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and criteria pertinent to radiological control are required.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment on a wide variety of tasks is critical.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook is required.
- Must be fitted for and qualify for use with various respiratory protection and personal protective equipment.
- Must be able to participate in National Response Asset Deployment activities. May be required to participate in the Human Reliability Program (HRP)
- Must be able to qualify within 6 months of start date to the DOE Radiological Control Technician (RCT) standardized core training programs.
- Must be self-motivated and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well as an individual or in a team environment.
- Basic knowledge of radiation protection principles is required.
- The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).
- Work schedule for this position will be 4/10's, Monday - Thursday (subject to change), overtime may be required.
- May be requested to perform on call work and must be able to work nonstandard hours when required.
- Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Annual salary range for this position is:
$34.53 - $51.80.Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
