Radiation Protection Instrument Repair and Calibration Technician (Process & Sampling Tec 3/4)

Los Alamos National Laboratory · Los Alamos, NM · 2 mo ago

Management$61k–$94k/yrFull-time

This position will be filled at either the Process & Sampling Tec level 3 or 4, depending on the skills of the selected candidate.

Work as part of the Radiation Instrumentation and Calibration Team in the Radiation Protection Services Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Support the Radiation Protection Program by maintaining, calibrating, troubleshooting and developing radiation protection instrumentation.
Support the test, evaluation, maintenance, and calibration processes for fixed and portable alpha, beta, neutron, photon, and tritium radiation protection instruments.
Maintain accurate computerized and written calibration records and other pertinent documentation.
Interact with team staff members, health physicists and radiological control technicians.
This position may require shift work.

Experience in the maintenance and repair of instrumentation.
Experience with analog and digital electronic troubleshooting and repair at the board and component level.
Experience in circuit-board level diagnosis and repair using standard equipment such as voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and soldering irons.
Utilize computers, high voltage/low-current power supplies, pulse generators, other test equipment and radioactive sources to test and/or calibrate electronic equipment.
An excellent record of dependability, availability, attendance, and punctuality is essential.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
Experience with personal computers (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to follow technical procedures.

Education/Experience at Process & Sampling Tec 3: The position requires an Associate's Degree in Electronics or related field and 3 years of experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at Process & Sampling Tec 4: The position requires an Associate's Degree in Electronics or related field and 5 years of experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Additional Job Requirements for Tec 4: In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires: Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of the overall team's quality assurance program. Ensures implementation of required corrective actions, initiates and assist in the closeout of non-conformance issues. Develops, evaluates and implements new assembly processes and procedures.

Advanced experience in performing alpha- and beta-radiation repair and calibration of radiation protection instrumentation (portable survey instruments, personnel contamination monitors, and continuous air monitors)
Familiarity with radiation principles and practices.
Experience in development of technical procedures.
Experience in testing and evaluation of radiation detection instrumentation.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, security, quality and excellent customer service.

Lift and carry 10-20 lbs, general mobility (sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, stooping, crouching, etc.), gripping and applying torque with hands or arms, fine motor control.
Work Environment: Requires wearing safety shoes.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM.

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level).

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