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Radiological Control Technician

APTIM

Niskayuna, NYJob$38.46–55.28/hrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$38.46–55.28/hr
Location
Niskayuna, NY
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

RCTQS School CertificateSecurity clearance

Job overview

APTIM is hiring a Radiological Control Technician. The Radiological Control Technician (RCT) will implement company health physics, safety, and industrial hygiene policies and procedures for field project assignments. This role supports the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Kesselring Site as part of a joint venture. The RCT will ensure compliance with regulations and maintain radiation measuring equipment.

Key focus areas include Monitor job-site activities involving radioactivity to ensure compliance with policies and regulations, Maintain and operate radiation measuring equipment, and Perform labor-intensive decontamination activities.

Successful candidates bring RCTQS School Certificate, US Citizen, and No Dual Citizenship. Important skills include Monitor Job-Site Activities, Operate Radiation Measuring Equipment, Perform Decontamination Activities, Provide Radiological Controls Oversight, Interact With Rad Con Management, and Radiological Surveying.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Monitor Job-Site ActivitiesOperate Radiation Measuring EquipmentPerform Decontamination ActivitiesProvide Radiological Controls OversightInteract With Rad Con ManagementRadiological SurveyingEnvironment Sampling and EvaluationPrepare Documents for Material TransferProvide Radiological Oversight and LeadershipComplete Radiological Monitoring ReportsInterpret Radiological Control RequirementsParticipate in Task ScopingProvide Technical Review of Work DocumentsInterface With Customer Radiological and Operations ManagementProvide Guidance for Handling Radioactive Material and Source

Qualifications

RCTQS School CertificateUS CitizenNo Dual CitizenshipDOE "L" Security Clearance2 Years RCT ExperienceAbility to Perform Physically Demanding WorkAbility to Lift, Carry, Push, and Pull Equipment Up to 50 PoundsAbility to Wear Required Personal Protective EquipmentMedically Qualified to Wear Respiratory ProtectionAbility to Work in Varying Environmental Conditions

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Summary:

The RCT will carry out company's health physics, safety and industrial hygiene policies and procedures on field project assignments in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) of facilities at the Kesselring Site as a part of a joint venture with BWXT to form BWSR.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor job-site activities involving radioactivity to ensure compliance with applicable company and job- specific policies/procedures along with applicable government regulations.

  • Maintain and operate radiation measuring equipment; perform labor-intensive decontamination activities.

  • Provide radiological controls oversight of the deconstruction and remediation activities.

  • Must be able to interact daily with Rad Con management to report radiological issues.

  • Specific functions include continuous daily monitoring of radiological work, radiological surveying, environment sampling and evaluation, and aiding in the preparation of documents that support the transfer of materials and equipment for disposal or release.

  • Provides radiological oversight and leadership for all crew personnel to ensure the highest radiological standards are kept.

  • Complete radiological monitoring reports.

  • Interpret radiological control requirements, participate in task scoping, and provide technical review of work documents.

  • Interface with customer radiological and operations management personnel concerning radiological issues.

  • Provide guidance for proper handling and documentation associated with radioactive material and source.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Current or Previous RCT qualification with an RCTQS School Certificate

  • Must be a US Citizen; no dual citizenship.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE "L" Security Clearance.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RCT.

  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in industrial and radiological environments, including prolonged standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, bending, kneeling, crouching, and working in confined spaces.

  • Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, anti-contamination clothing, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and safety footwear for extended periods of time.

  • Must be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and work in radiological controlled areas.

  • Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, noise, and outdoor conditions.

Additional Information:

  • Competitive salary with annual performance reviews

  • Complete company benefits package

  • Company sponsored DOE clearance

  • Tuition reimbursement program available

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM:

  • Work that is worthy of your time and talent

  • Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home

  • Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities

  • A voice in making our company better

  • Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $38.46 - $55.28 Per Hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ .

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.

  • Company paid and optional Life insurance

  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage

  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)

  • 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:

  • APTIM 401(k) Guide (https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf)

  • APTIM - Helpful Documents

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