OverviewThe Radiation Protection Division supports Laboratory staff by providing safe and compliant programs, tools, and resources that support risk-based approaches, focus on cost reduction and increased efficiency, and facilitate excellence in research and operations. Implementation of these programs is the responsibility of each radiological worker and staff member associated with radiological work.
Bargaining Unit:
- Weekly Pay: $1262.31
- This is a bargaining unit position and will be under the Battelle/HAMTC Collective Bargaining Agreement. As a condition of employment, unless otherwise exempted, the staff member will be required to join the appropriate union affiliated with the Hanford Metal Trades Council (HAMTC) after 30 days of continuous service and pay union dues or pay agency fees to such union in lieu of joining.
ResponsibilitiesThe duties and accountabilities specifically assigned to the Radiation Protection Technologist Trainee include:
General assistance to radiation protection personnel performing contamination and radiation control functions. As qualified, perform less complex monitoring, surveying, and sampling on the Project and its environs.
During the first year, with mentoring provided by Senior Radiation Protection Technologists:
- Performing routine radiological surveillances in lab spaces
- Performing radiological surveys in support of work with radioactive materials
- Providing contamination and radiation exposure control
- Performing air sampling in accordance with laboratory procedures
- Responding to emergency situations
- Working in accordance with standard procedures and Radiation Work Permits
- Performing monitoring, surveying, and sampling in lab spaces as well as outdoor environments
- Performing direct surveys where procedures have not been established or where unusual conditions are expected or when special detection equipment is used.
- Must successfully complete the biennial written test and oral board to qualify as a Radiation Protection Technologist Trainee
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- AS degree in Radiation Protection, Nuclear Technology or equivalent.
- Fundamentals of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and science. Normally, high school mathematics through advanced algebra, and at least one semester of high school Physics and one semester of high school Chemistry.
- Fundamentals of nuclear process systems, operations, and maintenance.
- Reading and comprehensive level sufficient to follow procedures, prepare survey maps, and write survey reports.
- Ability to work in a support role, including communicating verbal instructions to others.
- Physical requirements: Must be medically qualified, or be capable of qualifying, to wear approved respiratory protective equipment (air purifying respirator, airline respirator, etc.Must be able to bend, kneel, and climb a ladder.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of a DOE internship in health physics or radiation protection.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with standard office suite and radiation protection-related software applications.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment- Will work in laboratory spaces used for research with various chemicals as well as radiological materials. This position requires the use of protective equipment during routine work as well as worked planned for special circumstances.
- Occasional hands-on work with radioactive material, work in radiation fields, and involvement in radiological emergency response organization is required.
- Working near or with hazardous materials such as Asbestos, Beryllium, Magnetic Fields, or Radiation Zones.
- Job assignments may involve working near hazardous materials such as nuclear, fissionable, and dangerous waste.
- Position may be subjected to working around radiation, chemicals, asbestos, lasers, carcinogens, and other material in a laboratory environment.
- This position is dayshift however subject to shift work if the need arises.
Additional InformationThis position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
Requirements:
* U.S. Citizenship
* Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
*Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.
Testing Designated PositionThis position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility RequirementsIn accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO)risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.
Mandatory RequirementsPlease be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
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Notice to ApplicantsPNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.
As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.
Minimum SalaryUSD $1,262.31/wk.
Maximum SalaryUSD $1,367.52/wk.
