RCT Technician II

Socket.dev; Mercury (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) at the Nevada National Security Site near Las Vegas, NV, seeks a Radiological Control Technician II for a limited-term, full-time assignment. The role includes performing radiological surveys, data collection, and adherence to safety requirements in collaboration with MSTS and subcontractors.

The position requires an associate degree or HS diploma with 2 years of related experience, proficiency in Word/Excel/Outlook, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or a high school diploma with 2 years of progressive related experience.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment on a wide variety of tasks.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook; must be able to wear protective gear.
• Must be able to participate in National Response Asset Deployment activities.
• Likely to participate in HRP and DOE Radiological Control Technician training programs.
• Must be self-motivated, capable of completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and teamwork ability.
• Basic knowledge of radiation protection principles and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in studies to formulate and evaluate design criteria for structures, systems, and equipment.
• Under guidance, perform radiological surveys and monitor conditions in assigned areas.
• Verify radiological instrumentation functions prior to use (air sampling, dose rate meters, contamination monitors).
• Post approved radiological signs to identify worksites and prevent unauthorized access.
• Perform routine work with minimal supervision following standard protocols.
• Follow radiological work permits, work packages, and procedures with approved control documents.
• Participate in briefings on radiological conditions and requirements of tasks.
• Ensure records for radiological surveys are generated using forms and logbooks.
• Maintain training and qualifications, attending necessary onsite/offsite training.
• Implement stop work authority when radiological or safety conditions warrant.
• Perform related tasks as assigned by supervisor under guidance of a qualified technician.

Skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Verbal & written comms

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree or HS diploma + 2 years exp

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Outlook

Job description

THIS IS A LIMITED TERM REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITION. SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE CAN BE EMPLOYED UP TO TWO YEARS, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF ONE ADDITIONAL YEAR, BASED ON THE ORGANIZATIONS' NEEDS.

The Radiological Control Department is looking for a high performing individual with an attention to detail to perform RCT duties as a Technician II.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in studies to formulate, determine and evaluate design criteria for structures, systems, and equipment.
• Under the guidance of a qualified technician, perform radiological surveys and monitor radiological conditions and work practices utilized by Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) and/or subcontractors in assigned areas.
• Under the guidance of a qualified technician, prior to use, verify that radiological instrumentation is functioning properly. Such instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, air sampling equipment, dose rate meters, and contamination monitors.
• Under the guidance of a qualified technician, post various approved radiological signs to ensure that radiological worksites are properly identified to prevent unauthorized access.
• Performs work of limited complexity and scope, generally in support of scientists and engineers.
• Complete data collection problems of limited scope when established procedures exist.
• Possesses basic knowledge of operating principles, measurement standards, practices, and procedures.
• Follows established basic technical procedures for data collection and measurement.
• May perform routine work with minimal supervision and follows standard protocols when performing more complex tasks.
• Follow radiological work permits, work packages, and procedures, ensuring that work is performed in accordance with approved work control documents.
• Participate in briefings concerning radiological conditions and requirements of a particular work situation.
• Ensure generation of records for radiological surveys and other job activities utilizing appropriate forms and logbooks, as required.
• Implement stop work authority in a responsible manner when radiological or safety conditions warrant.
• Maintain training and qualifications current and attend onsite and offsite training as necessary to maintain competency in the radiological control field.
• Perform related work as assigned by supervisor under the guidance of a qualified technician.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in field related to the position or High School diploma plus 2 years’ progressive related experience.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment on a wide variety of tasks is critical.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook is required. Must be fitted for and qualify for use with various respiratory protection and personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to participate in National Response Asset Deployment activities.
• May be required to participate in the Human Reliability Program (HRP).
• Must be able to qualify within 6 months of start date to the DOE Radiological Control Technician (RCT) standardized core training programs.
• Must be self‑motivated and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well as an individual or in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge of radiation protection principles is required.
• The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).
• Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change). Overtime may be required.
• May be requested to perform on call work and must be able to work nonstandard hours when required.
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order472.2, “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Reference 10 CFR Part 707.4, “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709, “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Hourly range for this position is:$25.89 - $38.84.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The NNSS is an enterprise of special-purpose, multi-mission, high-hazard experimentation facilities delivering technical and service solutions in partnership with the National Laboratories. Our collaborative work supports the government’s most important national security missions. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 3,000+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell Aerospace, Amentum, and HII Nuclear Inc.