Specialist Radiological Controls Technician

Naval Nuclear Laboratory•West Mifflin, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today! The Radiological Controls Operations unit at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is seeking to hire a Radiological Controls Technician (RCT). The RCT position offers hands-on experience in an industrial work environment including the performance of radiological surveys in support of Site operations, overview of radiological work evolutions, and response to unexpected conditions. The RCT must uphold the radiological standards during the performance of work, use resources efficiently, and work independently with effective decision-making abilities. The successful candidate will be required to complete a substantial and demanding qualification program to develop a high level of knowledge prior to functioning as a technician. The qualification includes Site-specific orientation and training, as well as the satisfactory completion of a 22-week course at the Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) in Norfolk, Virginia. Initial qualification and future periodic re-qualification involves demonstration of practical abilities, written and oral examinations, and drills. Previous experience that the successful candidate possesses will be evaluated regarding the qualification requirements for this position. Candidate must be capable of passing a mathematical examination prior to attendance at the RCTQS that demonstrates the ability to solve algebraic equations, including the use of logarithmic functions and scientific notation. Qualified technicians will support and participate in a continuing training program to maintain and improve their level of knowledge. The candidate must be able to perform activities requiring bending, stooping/squatting, kneeling/crouching, and climbing ladders, must be able to understand complex verbal and written instructions and perform assignments requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, and must be able to successfully pass a periodic physical exam and drug screening test.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and RCTQS qualified and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
High school diploma or equivalent and RCTQS qualified and qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
High school diploma or equivalent and RCTQS qualified and certification with the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
High school diploma or equivalent and RCTQS qualified and qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and certification with the NRRPT and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
Associates degree from an accredited college or university or Journeymans Papers in a related field and RCTQS qualified and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
Associates degree from an accredited college or university or Journeymans Papers in a related field and RCTQS qualified and certification with the NRRPT and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and RCTQS qualified and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and RCTQS qualified and certification with the NRRPT and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Capable of passing a mathematical examination prior to attendance at the RCTQS that demonstrates the ability to solve algebraic equations, including the use of logarithmic functions and scientific notation
Able to perform activities requiring bending, stooping/squatting, kneeling/crouching, and climbing ladders
Able to understand complex verbal and written instructions
Perform assignments requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Successfully pass a periodic physical exam and drug screening test
U.S. citizens
Selected applicants will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter
Able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Contamination Worker
Previous completion of Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) and/or past qualification as an RCT within the NNPP Program
Experience in Microsoft Office Computer programs

Responsibilities

Performance of radiological surveys in support of Site operations
Overview of radiological work evolutions
Response to unexpected conditions
Uphold the radiological standards during the performance of work
Use resources efficiently
Work independently with effective decision-making abilities
Support and participate in a continuing training program to maintain and improve their level of knowledge