What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health and Safety Technician 2 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Occupational Safety and Health - Industrial Safety and Hygiene (OSH-ISH) Group, the Health and Safety (H&S) Tech will be responsible for supporting the Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) and other health and safety duties, as assigned. The OSH-ISH group is a key component of the OSH Division, within the ESHQ Associate Level Directorate (ALD).
The Respiratory Protection Technician will support the Respiratory Protection Program, as needed, to help train LANL employees on the use, inspection, and fit testing of all forms of respiratory protection, including, N95's, Half-Mask and Full-Face tight-fitting air-purifying respirators, and tight-fitting and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators and potentially more. The technician may also train LANL employees on the use of the different respirator cartridges to protect them from different airborne contaminants. Additionally, they may assist with scheduling employees for fit-testing and training appointments. The technician may also be required to become a Designated Purchase Requestor (DPR) and assist with equipment purchases and equipment distribution duties.
The H&S Tech will perform work in an office setting as well as supporting the RPP team in the fit testing/training room. RPP "customers" work in non-reactor nuclear and chemical facilities where radioactive materials and chemicals are used. Possibly utilizing personal protective clothing, dosimetry, self-monitoring, and bioassay monitoring as a condition to access and work in many LANL facilities.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
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.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2.
Reporting to the Occupational Safety and Health - Industrial Safety and Hygiene (OSH-ISH) Group, the Health and Safety (H&S) Tech will be responsible for supporting the Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) and other health and safety duties, as assigned. The OSH-ISH group is a key component of the OSH Division, within the ESHQ Associate Level Directorate (ALD).
The Respiratory Protection Technician will support the Respiratory Protection Program, as needed, to help train LANL employees on the use, inspection, and fit testing of all forms of respiratory protection, including, N95's, Half-Mask and Full-Face tight-fitting air-purifying respirators, and tight-fitting and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators and potentially more. The technician may also train LANL employees on the use of the different respirator cartridges to protect them from different airborne contaminants. Additionally, they may assist with scheduling employees for fit-testing and training appointments. The technician may also be required to become a Designated Purchase Requestor (DPR) and assist with equipment purchases and equipment distribution duties.
The H&S Tech will perform work in an office setting as well as supporting the RPP team in the fit testing/training room. RPP "customers" work in non-reactor nuclear and chemical facilities where radioactive materials and chemicals are used. Possibly utilizing personal protective clothing, dosimetry, self-monitoring, and bioassay monitoring as a condition to access and work in many LANL facilities.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Ability to perform routine technical tasks independently under general supervision
- Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures and apply standard health and safety practices
- General knowledge of industrial hygiene and safety principles, including hazard recognition and control
- Ability to assist with sample collection, field measurements, inspections, and exposure assessments
- Basic understanding of OSHA regulations, NFPA codes, and applicable federal and Laboratory safety requirements
- Ability to support respiratory protection activities, including fit testing, equipment handling, and training support
- Experience compiling, documenting, and maintaining accurate records and reports
- Proficiency with standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in team and customer-focused environments
Work Environment:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
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.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2.