Industrial Hygiene Technician Job Details | Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Industrial Hygiene Technician to join their Health and Safety Technical Services Group. In this role, you will conduct field sampling for various agents and maintain essential instruments, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting emergency management and collaborating with professional staff on diverse projects. The organization values integrity, teamwork, and service, making it an ideal place for motivated individuals eager to contribute to impactful work in a respected laboratory setting.

Benefits

Medical and retirement plans

Flexible work hours

On-site fitness facilities

Employee discounts

Educational assistance

Wellness programs

Generous vacation and holidays

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial hygiene or related fields.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and industrial safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling for chemical, physical, and biological agents.
• Maintain and calibrate industrial hygiene instruments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Technical knowledge in industrial hygiene

Education

AS degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking an Industrial Hygiene Technician who will conduct various Industrial Hygiene (IH) sampling and related instrument maintenance. This position resides in the Health and Safety Technical Services Group in the Safety and Operations Services Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Perform field sampling for a variety of chemical, physical, and biological agents.
2. Clearly and completely document all sampling activities.
3. Conduct maintenance and calibration of field industrial hygiene instruments.
4. Provide Industrial Hygiene Technician support to the Emergency Management Response Organization.
5. Support professional staff as a technician independently performing a range of routine tasks on short and long term projects.
6. Able to learn and apply standard concepts related to technical disciplines.
7. Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

1. An AS degree in a technical field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in industrial hygiene, occupational safety and health, or related field experience or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and specialized training are required.
2. Knowledge of OSHA standards, ANSI standards and other applicable industrial hygiene/industrial safety requirements.
3. Ability to perform and complete work independently handling problems and desired systems.
4. Work as a fully competent team member in support of projects, plans and schedules.
5. Experience in a multi-discipline, multi-task and integrated/functional organizational environment.
6. Skilled in verbal and written communications including report writing/sampling documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician or other Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) certification.
2. Current Tennessee asbestos inspector credentials and asbestos sampling experience.
3. Familiarity with common industrial hygiene sampling methods, including but not limited to, lead, beryllium and silica.
4. Experience calibrating, maintaining, and using IH equipment.
5. Experience setting up sampling media in accordance with OSHA and NIOSH sampling methods.
6. Experience working with personal computer software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, SharePoint and PowerPoint.
7. Experience working in a changing environment that requires interfacing with multiple research personnel and Facility support staff as a team player.
8. Ability to work occasional off-shift and weekends as work coverage demands.
9. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
10. Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
11. Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

1. Physical Requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
   • Certain activities may require the use of protective equipment including respirators and protective suits and other equipment to protect the eyes, skin, legs and feet as necessary.
   • Work tasks may involve physical demands, including, but not limited to: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching (high & low level).
   • Work may be in varied environmental conditions, including, but not limited to: outdoors (heat/cold), confined spaces, radiological areas, elevated surfaces, hazardous material storage or contaminated areas.
   • Operation of motor vehicles on site and over public roads.
2. Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [e-mail] .

#LI-DC1

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [e-mail].

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.