Intermediate Radiological Controls Technician

About the Role

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is hiring a Radiological Controls Technician (RCT) to work at our NPTU-Charleston Moored Training Ship (MTS) site in Goose Creek, SC. This role involves performing diverse duties related to radiological control, ensuring the safe handling and disposal of radioactive materials, and maintaining environmental safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Move all radioactive material on site using a computer system.
• Release radioactive material and perform counting (water and solid samples) to release systems.
• Perform personnel decontamination of personnel wetted.
• Qualify as mixed waste handler and asbestos worker.
• Qualify to wear a respirator.
• Perform environmental samples (water/sediment, storm drains, crabs, oysters, and air monitoring).
• Pack radioactive material for disposal.
• Perform surveys to ship radioactive material.

Requirements

• Work a rotating shift, including holidays, as part of a 24/7 operation.
• Attend Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) if not already qualified.
• Commit to four years in this position before transferring to another department within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent and qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma and RCTQS qualified with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university or Journeymans Papers in a related field and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Preferred Skills

• Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) qualified.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to train and coach a team.
• Strong algebraic skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive environment in work groups and work centers.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit
• Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

Pay

$70,900.00 - $108,500.00 annually. Salary is based on candidate experience, qualifications, and market considerations.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens and will be subject to a Federal background investigation. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.