Radiation Control Technicians Level 2-4

Napakiak Ventures LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401-K plan

Full-time benefits eligibility

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking qualified Radiation Control Technicians (RCTs) for a project in Oak Ridge, TN. The role requires specific training, experience in monitoring radiological hazards, and the ability to manage radiation control activities. Candidates should have an associates degree or relevant experience. This full-time position includes benefits eligibility from the date of hire. Overtime may be offered based on business needs.

Qualifications

• DOE RCT standardized CORE training certification required.
• Ability to perform computations for sampling results.
• Trained in principles of monitoring radiological hazards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor personnel and work areas for radiological controls.
• Recommend appropriate monitoring devices and protective equipment.
• Conduct investigations for results exceeding regulatory limits.

Skills

Mathematical computations

Radiological hazard monitoring

Problem recognition and characterization

Understanding types of radiation

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

High school diploma with relevant experience

Job description

Company Overview

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is a leading provider of information technology, technology development, and environmental and construction services, specializing in Federal and Commercial projects. Our company is committed to delivering high‑quality solutions that meet stringent regulatory standards and client requirements.

Position Overview

We are seeking 7 highly skilled Radiation Control Technicians (RCTs) to join our team. We will be providing our services to a Client in Oak Ridge, TN. RCTs will be stationed at a lab or at an off‑site location, 40 hours per week (nominally), based on projected workload. Work will be performed during normal Client business days and hours; overtime may be offered based on business need.

Scope of Work

Performs monitoring of personnel, work areas, and items leaving radiological areas for control of exposures from internal and external sources. Recommends appropriate personnel monitoring devices, protective equipment, and working time for operations and maintenance personnel working with sources of radiation. Observes processes; reads, records, evaluates, and reports data from radiation detective devices, and air and bioassay sampling. Conducts investigation of cause and effect for results exceeding the guides, standards, and limits. Calibrates instruments, operates automated low background counting equipment, processes TLDs, and performs lung counts. Participates in the planning phase of new work processes. Serves as a member of the emergency response organization.

Job Qualifications

• DOE RCT standardized CORE training certification
• Must be able to perform mathematical computations and conversions to express sampling and monitoring results in proper units and terms.
• Must be knowledgeable and trained in principles, methods, and mechanics of monitoring and sampling of radiological hazards.
• Must understand the basic nature of the types of radiation.
• Requires the ability to recognize and characterize problems related to standards and limits, plan investigation action and define corrective measure.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to obtain a Q clearance.

Education Experience Requirements

Level 2: Associates or higher degree in a technical field and 2‑5 years of relevant experience, or high school diploma and 5‑12 years of relevant experience.

Level 3: Associates or higher degree in a technical field and 6‑10 years of relevant experience, or high school diploma and 13‑19 years of relevant experience.

Level 4: Associates or higher degree in a technical field and 10‑15 years of relevant experience, or high school diploma and 20 years or more of relevant experience.

Benefits

All full‑time employees are considered benefit eligible for company benefit programs and 401‑K upon date of hire.

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.