Intermediate Radiological Controls Technician

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,900 - 108,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

Disability, Life & Accident Insurance

401(k) Savings program

Time Off & Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit & PTO Sell

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is hiring a Radiological Controls Technician (RCT) to support the NPTU-Charleston MTS site in Goose Creek, SC. The RCT will move radioactive material, release materials, and perform sampling and decontamination duties while working a rotating shift.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience, or related nuclear qualifications. Attendance at the five-month RCTQS at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, with expenses covered, is required if not

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience, or
• High school diploma or equivalent with Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification and 3+ years experience, or
• High school diploma and RCTQS qualified with 2+ years experience, or
• Associates degree or Journeyman's Papers with 2+ years experience, or
• Bachelors degree in a related field with 0+ years experience.

Responsibilities

• Move all radioactive material on site using a computer system.
• Release radioactive material and count samples for release.
• Perform environmental sampling (water, sediment, air) and decontamination.
• Pack radioactive material for disposal and conduct surveys on shipboard.

Skills

Communication skills

Team training

Algebra

Positive work environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree

Bachelors degree

Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification

RCTQS qualified

Journeyman's Papers in related field

Job description

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.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is hiring a Radiological Controls Technician (RCT) to work at our NPTU-Charleston Moored Training Ship (MTS) site in beautiful Goose Creek, SC. As an RCT, you'll perform duties that multiple organizations perform at shipyards and that make the day very eventful. The RCT is responsible for moving all radioactive material on site using a computer system, releasing radioactive material, counting (water and solid samples) to release systems, perform personnel decontamination of personnel wetted, qualify as mixed waste handler, qualify as asbestos worker, qualify to wear a respirator, perform environmental samples (water/sediment, storm drains, crabs, oysters, and air monitoring), pack radioactive material for disposal, perform surveys to ship radioactive material, among other key responsibilities.

Additional Details

• This job requires personnel to work a rotating shift, being we are manned 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, including holidays which additional pay benefits are given.
• This job will require an individual to attend Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), if not already qualified. This RCTQS school will be five months and all expenses (salary, lodging, rental car, food expenses, and travel expenses) will be provided by the company.
• This job requires you to commit to four years in this position before you can transfer to another department within the company based on expense to get you qualified.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or High school diploma or equivalent and qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or High school diploma and RCTQS qualified and 2 years of relevant experience; or Associates degree from an accredited college or university or Journeymans Papers in a related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Preferred Skills

• Radiological Controls Technician Qualification School (RCTQS) qualified
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to train and coach a team
• Strong algebraic skills
• Ability to keep a positive environment in work groups and work centers

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$70,900.00 - $108,500.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.