Final Status Survey Technician 04180 NWP

Position Purpose

The FSS Technician reports directly to the Waste Handling Supervisor and has the authority and responsibility for the day-to-day implementation of the Excavation and Control Program and FSS Program and procedures involving soil sampling at the Moab and Crescent Junction project sites. The Technician coordinates with Operations to conduct soil sampling for verification that applicable release concentrations are met.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Function/source check Ratemeters and Detectors prior to use and after each days use.
• Work on the ground with heavy equipment operators to guide excavation and radiological material removal using ratemeters and detectors.
• Obtain samples of soil in the field in compliance with procedures, package samples, and label samples using a field computer system.
• Use GPS equipment to determine sample locations, boundary lines and similar.
• Ensure sufficient inventory of soil sampling equipment and supplies are maintained and available. Order additional supplies as needed to meet anticipated sampling needs with a minimum 90-day inventory.
• Maintain project training, including specific training on the FSS Program and implementing procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully complete HAZWOPER training and obtain qualification within 180 days of hire.
• Experience operating various vehicles, including offroad ATV/UTV-type vehicles.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work independently in compliance with explicit written procedures.
• Ability to use hand tools safely to obtain soil samples.
• Ability to work on uneven, outdoor working surfaces in all types of weather.
• Ability to communicate clearly both oral and written.
• Demonstrated ability to independently implement written procedures with minimal direction or oversight.
• Demonstrated experience with computer applications, including e-mail, word processing, training programs and similar computer applications.

Special Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Must be over 18 years old.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Ability to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current 40 Hour HAZWOPER qualification is desired; training will be provided if not current.
• Experience conducting soil samples.
• Experience on radioactive construction/remediation sites using hand tools and personal protective clothing.
• Experience using handheld GPS equipment to precisely find exact locations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb and talk or hear, in hot and cold environments. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

Working Environment

The work is conducted primarily outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to extreme outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery and vehicles.

Benefits

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees.