Field Radiation Safety Technician

Energy Solutions; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergySolutions, Inc. is seeking a field-based Radiation Safety professional in Oak Ridge, TN to implement and ensure adherence to the Radiation Safety Program.

You will monitor work involving radioactive material, interpret survey data, and manage all aspects of radioactive waste handling and reporting. The role requires strong knowledge of regulations, proficiency with monitoring equipment, and the ability to operate across field and office environments, including incident response and

Qualifications

• Clear communication in verbal and written form.
• Solid understanding of local, state and federal radiation safety regulations.
• Knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices.
• Experience using radiation monitoring instruments and methods.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic database applications.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Radiation Safety Program in the field and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor radiological work controls and activities involving radioactive material.
• Interpret and verify field data from radiation surveys with appropriate instruments/analyses.
• Manage collection, storage, packaging, transportation and disposal of radioactive material.
• Create reports on sample analyses and determine corrective actions.
• Issue radiation work permits and brief personnel on radiological conditions.
• Maintain field radiation protection records and equipment readiness.
• Operate and calibrate radiological counting/detection equipment.
• Respond to incidents or emergencies involving radionuclides.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory knowledge (radiation safety

Radiation safety concepts

Radiation monitoring instrumentation

Microsoft Office & databases

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EnergySolutions, Inc. is seeking a field-based Radiation Safety professional in Oak Ridge, TN to implement and ensure adherence to the Radiation Safety Program.

You will monitor work involving radioactive material, interpret survey data, and manage all aspects of radioactive waste handling and reporting. The role requires strong knowledge of regulations, proficiency with monitoring equipment, and the ability to operate across field and office environments, including incident response and