Radiological Control Technician 3/4

About the role

N3B manages the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract for the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Environmental Management, Los Alamos Field Office. We bring operational discipline, proven approaches, and predictable results to the cleanup efforts.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine radiation monitoring support for assigned locations.
• Support compliance with specified procedures, including 10 CFR 835 requirements.
• Mentor junior technicians in proper application of radiological protection techniques.
• Prepare and maintain documentation and reports of monitoring and surveillance activities.
• Implement radiation protection procedures to a wide range of activities and functions.
• Implement radiation work permits for various tasks.
• Respond to radiological emergency situations.
• Drive and be insurable to operate government vehicles.

Requirements

• Ability to perform high-hazard, complex radiological work including working knowledge of the basis and use of engineered controls (e.g., localized ventilation, temporary shielding, and containment devices).
• Developed experience and technical working knowledge in radiation protection principles and practices.
• Developed experience in radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other operational health physics activities.
• Working knowledge of applicable Department of Energy (DOE) and/or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) orders and regulations.
• Fully proficient experience in the use of protective clothing and respiratory protective equipment for radiological hazards.
• Effectively manage competing demands in highly dynamic conditions.
• Developed experience in coordination of multiple complex activities, including high-hazard radiological work, while ensuring that radiation protection priorities and requirements are fully implemented.
• Outstanding record-keeping, documentation, and organization skills.
• Ability and desire to assume ownership and responsibility for multiple simultaneous activities, including giving clear and concise direction to others, including peers, customers, etc.
• Active Department of Energy Q security clearance, desired.

Qualifications

• Level 3: High school diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 4: High school diploma and a minimum of 6 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

Ability to perform high-hazard, complex radiological work including working knowledge of the basis and use of engineered controls (e.g., localized ventilation, temporary shielding, and containment devices).

Developed experience and technical working knowledge in radiation protection principles and practices.

Developed experience in radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other operational health physics activities.

Working knowledge of applicable Department of Energy (DOE) and/or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) orders and regulations.

Fully proficient experience in the use of protective clothing and respiratory protective equipment for radiological hazards.

Effectively manage competing demands in highly dynamic conditions.

Developed experience in coordination of multiple complex activities, including high-hazard radiological work, while ensuring that radiation protection priorities and requirements are fully implemented.

Outstanding record-keeping, documentation, and organization skills.

Ability and desire to assume ownership and responsibility for multiple simultaneous activities, including giving clear and concise direction to others, including peers, customers, etc.

Active Department of Energy Q security clearance, desired.

Benefits

Los Alamos is a tight-knit mountain community that consistently ranks as one of Livability.com’s Best Small Towns in America. The city is a top spot for outdoor enthusiasts as it has more than 120 hiking and biking trails, and residents enjoy easy access to the Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Thanks to the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos' presence in the area, Los Alamos also has a college-town vibe that's a major draw for young professionals, families, and retirees.

Pay

The pay range for this position is TBD.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is TBD.