Radiological Control Technician

International Executive Service Corps; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical services company is seeking a Radiological Control Technician in Oak Ridge, TN. The role involves monitoring radiation exposure, calibrating instruments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have the required DOE certifications and significant experience in radiological hazards management. This position requires the ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires DOE RCT standardized CORE training certification.
• Must be knowledgeable in principles and methods of monitoring radiological hazards.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor personnel and work areas for radiation exposure.
• Calibrate instruments and operate counting equipment.
• Investigate any results exceeding standards.

Skills

Mathematical computations

Radiological hazards monitoring

Problem recognition

Data evaluation and reporting

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

High school diploma with 20+ years experience

Job description

Overview

Spectra Tech Inc. has an immediate need for a Radiological Control Technician in Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities

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.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND/OR TRAINING

Requires 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.

Education/Experience

Associates or higher degree in a technical field & 10 to 15 years of related experience or high school diploma & 20 or more years of relevant experience. Requires demonstrated in-depth knowledge & skills in technical specialty. This level should be limited to a small population. This job group may lead other technicians by planning and providing work direction.

Clearance

Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance is required. An active Q clearance is preferred.

Certifications

DOE CORE and HAZWOPER must be current.