Rad. Instrument Maintenance & Calibration Tech. 1 (20065446)

State-of-Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases

Free Parking

Free Gym Access

Job summary

The Radiological Instrument Maintenance & Calibration Tech. 1 position is with the Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management Agency in Columbus, OH. The role involves repairing, calibrating and maintaining radiological monitoring equipment and keeping rigorous records.

Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM with potential 24-hour call; pay starts at $24.88 per hour with paid holidays and other benefits. A valid driver's license is required and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Option 1: 30 mos. exp. in electronics and a valid driver's license.
• Option 2: Associate core program in electronics/electronics engineering with 6 mos. exp. in electronics and a valid driver's license.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in repair, service and non-NVLAP calibrated calibration of electronic radiation detection equipment.
• Performs maintenance and repair under supervision of higher-level radiological technicians.
• Keeps records of field exchange and inspection of state-owned radiological equipment.
• Attends special equipment training as needed.
• Maintains inventory with the service manager and higher-level technicians.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Rad. Instrument Maintenance & Calibration Tech. 1 (20065446)

Organization: Public Safety

Work Location:

2855 W Dublin-Granville Road

Columbus, Ohio, 43235

United States

Compensation: $24.88 per hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 7:00AM to 4:00PM (Subject to 24-hour call)

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Electrical Engineering

Position Number: 20065446

Requisition ID: req1658

Who We Are

The Ohio Emergency Management Agency is the state's central point of coordination for response to and recovery from disasters. When not in a response or recovery mode, our focus is to ensure that Ohio and its citizens are prepared to respond to an emergency or disaster and to lead mitigation efforts against the effects of future disasters.

The Ohio EMA Radiological Branch team has the capability to respond to nuclear and radiological emergencies on a 24-hour basis; we conduct nuclear power plant and transportation accident response planning and training as well as fostering support for the Utility Radiological Safety Board of Ohio (URSB).

Within the EMA Radiological Branch, the Radiological Instrumentation, Maintenance and Calibration (RIMC) Lab maintains field monitoring teams that respond to nuclear power plant incidents and other incidents as needed in support of the Ohio Dept. of Health. The lab also repairs, calibrates and exchanges radiological response instruments, meters, and equipment used by emergency services personnel in state agencies, Ohio counties, and other states as contracted.

What You’ll Do

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management Agency

Report In Location – 2855 W. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235

Work Hours – 7:00AM to 4:00PM Subject to 24-hour call

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access!

Pay Rates

• Hourly Rates: Step 1: $24.88, Step 2: $25.61, Step 3: $26.54, Step 4: $27.56, Step 5: $28.76, Step 6: $30.10, Step 7: $31.47
• Annual Rates: Step 1: $51,750, Step 2: $53,269, Step 3: $55,203, Step 4: $57,325, Step 5: $59,821, Step 6: $62,608, Step 7: $65,458

*If hired, candidate may be eligible to start at a higher level on the pay scale as determined by their experience, training, etc.

What You’ll Do as a Radiological Instrument Technician 1

• Assists in the repair, service & non-NVLAP accredited calibration of electronic radiation detection & monitoring equipment (e.g. radiation detectors, personal electronic dosimeters & pocket ion chamber dosimeters);
• Under direction of the Radiological instrument Service Manager & Radiological Instrument Tech 3, performs electronic radiation detection & monitoring equipment maintenance & repair;
• Keeps records of the field exchange & inspection of state-owned radiological equipment located throughout the state;
• Attends special equipment training as needed;
• Assists the Radiological Instrument Service Manager & higher-level radiological instrument technicians in maintaining inventory of equipment;

Additional Information

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Travel may be required; may be required to be on call 24 hrs., 7 days per week.

Requires valid driver's license to operate state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation.

Background Check Information

• A background check including a BCI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• Option 1: 30 mos. exp. in electronics valid driver's license.
• Option 2: -Or completion of associate core program in electronics, electronics engineering or electrical/electronic engineering 6 mos. exp. in electronics valid driver's license.
• -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Job Skills: Electrical Engineering

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.