Senior Radiation Protection Technician
Energy Solutions, LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
EnergySolutions is seeking a Radiation Safety Technician responsible for field implementation of the Radiation Safety Program. The role ensures compliance with company, local, state and federal radiation safety policies and regulations, monitors radiological work controls and activities involving radioactive material, and interprets and verifies field data from radiation surveys using appropriate instrumentation and analyses. Responsibilities
Field implementation of the Radiation Safety Program; ensure compliance with company, local, state and federal radiation safety policies and regulations. Monitor radiological work controls and work activities involving radioactive material. Interpret and verify field data obtained from radiation surveys using appropriate instrumentation and analyses. Participate in the Radiation Safety Program by ensuring safe collection, storage, packaging, transportation and disposal of radioactive material. Process routine incoming radioactive shipments; check for excessive contamination or dose levels; perform wipe tests on packages; clean packages if contaminated; deliver shipments to approved users; cross-check against inventory for approval. Verify quantities against radioactive material license limits and record new/amended permit information for all radionuclides received; enter information in the HIS-20 database system. Stay current on local, state, federal and EnergySolutions policies and procedures concerning shipment/transportation of radioactive materials. Collect, analyze and interpret results of samples to ensure compliance with regulations and standards; create management reports and determine corrective actions; develop processes to minimize future contamination. Conduct area surveys to identify elevated exposure or contamination; respond to incidents or emergencies; maintain incident response equipment and supplies. Perform calculations to determine radiation levels and contamination levels in areas, soil, material, equipment and air. Issue radiation work permits and brief personnel on radiological conditions and work requirements. Maintain data for a computer-based radiological work permit system; control access to restricted areas and monitor personnel/material egress from radiologically controlled areas. Develop, write and process radiation safety procedures, instructions and guidance. Operate, issue and calibrate radiological counting and detection equipment and air sampling equipment. Perform and document radiological instrumentation reviews, evaluations and investigations. Ensure proper operation and maintenance of radiological controls equipment; procure materials and equipment to support the Radiation Safety Program; maintain equipment supply and availability. Participate in emergency preparation drills and responses. Provide training and implement monitoring programs to protect personnel from radiation hazards. Investigate and document radiological occurrences and corrective action program issues; recommend long-term corrective actions. Maintain field radiation protection records such as survey logs and radiation work permit entry/exit records. May lead and direct the work of Radiation Safety Technician 1 and 2 staff; provide training as needed. Ensure Radiation Safety Technician 1 and 2 staff are qualified to perform their work; be responsible for safety performance of other radiation safety technicians. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements / Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Detailed knowledge of local, state and federal radiation safety compliance regulations; ability to interpret these regulations. Knowledge of principles and practices of radiation safety compliance. Skill in using radiation monitoring instrumentation and methods. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and database applications. Ability to schedule tasks and manage a team of radiation safety technicians. Ability to identify exposure levels, recognize trends and develop radiation controls. Capability to handle complex work across multiple subject areas. Physical / Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; manual dexterity for handling, gripping, and reaching. Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, crouch, squat/kneel, twist and balance; climb ladders, stairs and scaffolds; work at elevated heights. Effective communication in English (speaking, reading, writing, hearing); pass audiogram as required by location. Basic math and computer skills; depth perception and hand/eye coordination. Ability to work indoors, outdoors and in extreme temperatures; work with moving objects and hazardous machines; work on slippery/uneven surfaces. Wear protective equipment such as goggles, hard hat, gloves, steel-toe boots with or without shank, and chemical-resistant coveralls as required. Ability to wear a respirator and work around ionizing radiation. Ability to read small text, blueprints, documents, procedures and instrument readouts. Certified 24 Hour Site Specific Hazwoper, Radworker, and Respiratory Physical. Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or GED. Qualification as a technician per ANSI/ANS-3.1 or equivalent as approved by RPM/RSO. National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist (NRRPT) certification preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a radiation safety technician. EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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EnergySolutions is seeking a Radiation Safety Technician responsible for field implementation of the Radiation Safety Program. The role ensures compliance with company, local, state and federal radiation safety policies and regulations, monitors radiological work controls and activities involving radioactive material, and interprets and verifies field data from radiation surveys using appropriate instrumentation and analyses. Responsibilities
Field implementation of the Radiation Safety Program; ensure compliance with company, local, state and federal radiation safety policies and regulations. Monitor radiological work controls and work activities involving radioactive material. Interpret and verify field data obtained from radiation surveys using appropriate instrumentation and analyses. Participate in the Radiation Safety Program by ensuring safe collection, storage, packaging, transportation and disposal of radioactive material. Process routine incoming radioactive shipments; check for excessive contamination or dose levels; perform wipe tests on packages; clean packages if contaminated; deliver shipments to approved users; cross-check against inventory for approval. Verify quantities against radioactive material license limits and record new/amended permit information for all radionuclides received; enter information in the HIS-20 database system. Stay current on local, state, federal and EnergySolutions policies and procedures concerning shipment/transportation of radioactive materials. Collect, analyze and interpret results of samples to ensure compliance with regulations and standards; create management reports and determine corrective actions; develop processes to minimize future contamination. Conduct area surveys to identify elevated exposure or contamination; respond to incidents or emergencies; maintain incident response equipment and supplies. Perform calculations to determine radiation levels and contamination levels in areas, soil, material, equipment and air. Issue radiation work permits and brief personnel on radiological conditions and work requirements. Maintain data for a computer-based radiological work permit system; control access to restricted areas and monitor personnel/material egress from radiologically controlled areas. Develop, write and process radiation safety procedures, instructions and guidance. Operate, issue and calibrate radiological counting and detection equipment and air sampling equipment. Perform and document radiological instrumentation reviews, evaluations and investigations. Ensure proper operation and maintenance of radiological controls equipment; procure materials and equipment to support the Radiation Safety Program; maintain equipment supply and availability. Participate in emergency preparation drills and responses. Provide training and implement monitoring programs to protect personnel from radiation hazards. Investigate and document radiological occurrences and corrective action program issues; recommend long-term corrective actions. Maintain field radiation protection records such as survey logs and radiation work permit entry/exit records. May lead and direct the work of Radiation Safety Technician 1 and 2 staff; provide training as needed. Ensure Radiation Safety Technician 1 and 2 staff are qualified to perform their work; be responsible for safety performance of other radiation safety technicians. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements / Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Detailed knowledge of local, state and federal radiation safety compliance regulations; ability to interpret these regulations. Knowledge of principles and practices of radiation safety compliance. Skill in using radiation monitoring instrumentation and methods. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and database applications. Ability to schedule tasks and manage a team of radiation safety technicians. Ability to identify exposure levels, recognize trends and develop radiation controls. Capability to handle complex work across multiple subject areas. Physical / Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; manual dexterity for handling, gripping, and reaching. Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, crouch, squat/kneel, twist and balance; climb ladders, stairs and scaffolds; work at elevated heights. Effective communication in English (speaking, reading, writing, hearing); pass audiogram as required by location. Basic math and computer skills; depth perception and hand/eye coordination. Ability to work indoors, outdoors and in extreme temperatures; work with moving objects and hazardous machines; work on slippery/uneven surfaces. Wear protective equipment such as goggles, hard hat, gloves, steel-toe boots with or without shank, and chemical-resistant coveralls as required. Ability to wear a respirator and work around ionizing radiation. Ability to read small text, blueprints, documents, procedures and instrument readouts. Certified 24 Hour Site Specific Hazwoper, Radworker, and Respiratory Physical. Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or GED. Qualification as a technician per ANSI/ANS-3.1 or equivalent as approved by RPM/RSO. National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist (NRRPT) certification preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a radiation safety technician. EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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