What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Radiological Controls Technician position at ENERCON Services?
ENERCON Services Inc., doing business for the Federal Government through our wholly owned subsidiary, ENERCON Federal Services (EFS), provides engineering and environmental services to many branches of the Federal Government. With extensive experience in engineering design, nuclear safety, decommissioning and environmental services, we are actively supporting large and small projects throughout the DOE complex. EFS also has current experience supporting operations and decommissioning efforts at US Army Corps of Engineers and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) facilities.
Job Description
We are currently recruiting for experienced Radiological Control Technicians to represent ENERCON at a customer site in Piketon, Ohio (Portsmouth) for a long-term contract opportunity.
Under general supervision, the RCT performs Radiation Protection Program core element job functions as assigned by supervision and management. Typical job responsibilities are to assist and support Radiation Protection leads and supervisors in ensuring the radiological monitoring, controls and processes for measuring and controlling radioactive materials and radiation generating material & equipment are in compliance with all applicable procedures, policies, contractual/operational requirements, safety guidelines and managerial direction and DOE Orders.
The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support Radiation Protection leads, supervisors and management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
- Provides assigned technical, administrative or functional support to the Radiation Protection management team
- Participates in planning of radiological work, monitoring of radiological work areas, generation of radiological work permits, establishing radiological work control and monitoring of radiological workers
- Performs quantitative measurements and documents results for radioactive material shipments, free release of excess material and waste from the site
- Supports ES&H activities in the field including but not limited to atmospheric monitoring, safety evaluations, self-assessments and chemical hygiene control programs
- Makes recommendations for corrective measures to reduce contamination levels when excessive contamination levels are detected
- Proficient in a wide variety of radiation protection and associated ES&H support activities
- Mentors less experienced technicians
- Performs a variety of complex tasks related to radiological, industrial and chemical safety
- Other job related duties as assigned
- Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
- Actively participates in Safety Work Groups
Qualifications
Requirements:
Radiological Control/Health Physics Technicians will have demonstrated a higher level of knowledge, skills, and experience than necessary to be a RCT. In addition, they will have demonstrated a thorough working knowledge of radiation protection and are expected to be familiar with the basic principles of other safety disciplines. They will have demonstrated their ability to train, direct, and supervise other technicians, make and/or implement procedural modifications, provide limited technical support, aid in and conduct program/field audits.
- Must have a current DOE L or Q clearance for this assignment or ability to reinstate recently inactive clearance (US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED)
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
- Three (3) years of operational health physics experience; One (1) year of experience in the DOE/NNSA complex or a Gaseous Diffusion Enrichment facility; and must be currently qualified as a Radiological Control Technician
- Successful completion of the RCT Fundamentals Academic Challenge Exam
- Strong attention to detail and high aptitude in math and science
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Must be able to wear respiratory protection
Additional Information
ENERCON Services, Inc. is a 34-year old, engineering and technical services consulting company, providing premier services to companies in the energy, utility, and industrial verticals, as well as to governmental agencies across the US and Internationally. ENERCON is fully owned by our employees, and offers excellent benefits and career opportunities. To learn more about ENERCON, visit us at enercon.com.
ENERCON does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan