Overview

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking a Radiological Control Inspectors (Entry-level through Senior-level) to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS).

Apply online using a current resume, and required WorkKeys assessment test scores, under the careers section of www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com .

The Radiological Control Inspectors perform simple or routine radiological protection functions. Under close supervision assists higher level Radiological Protection Inspectors (RPIs) in more complex tasks. Interprets and documents monitoring data and calculates exposure rates, worker dose estimates, airborne concentrations, and radioactive environmental releases. Attends classroom, on-the-job, and other assigned training.

The Entry Radiological Protection Inspector (grade R1) serves as the training position for Radiological Protection Inspector (grade R2) and Senior Radiological Protection Inspector (grade R3) positions.

Responsibilities

• Works from site policies, procedures, textbooks, and training curriculum. Works under the direction of instructors while in the classroom (including mockup training) and from higher level RPIs, supervisors and technical leads while in the field.

• Monitors Radiological Buffer Areas, Controlled Areas, Radioactive Material Areas, and non-controlled areas using appropriate portable contamination and radiation survey instruments *

• Exercises Time-Outs or radiological stop-work authority, as needed, when radiological conditions have changed, or unforeseen hazards are encountered *

• Source checks portable survey instruments upon receipt from Calibrations Facility and again after use, utilizing approved procedures *

• Documents all survey and activity results *

• Meets the physical requirements for the essential job duties, which may include being able to lift/handle 25 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures, wearing protective clothing/equipment (including respiratory) and meeting radiological control (RCI) requirements *

• Conducts contamination and radiation surveys in Controlled Areas, Radiological Buffer Areas, Radioactive Material Areas, Radiation Areas, Contamination Areas, High Contamination Areas, Airborne Radioactivity Areas, and non-controlled areas using standard survey techniques with portable contamination and radiation monitoring equipment. Conducts independent job coverage in Radiological Buffer Areas and Radioactive Material Areas. *

• Determines and updates area radiation exposure rates, contamination levels, and airborne radioactivity levels and post area with appropriate signs and barricades.

• Operates counting room equipment utilizing approved procedures.

• Audit personnel access into radiological controlled areas and follow-up on contamination incidents involving personnel and/or facilities.

• Provides administrative support to include record keeping, filing, and updating procedure manuals. Examples include processing radiological work permit requests, issuing and controlling dosimetry inventory, radioactive source records, and completing forms and logs. *

• Works any shift assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

* Essential Duties

*** Note: Although Contamination Area, High Contamination Area, Airborne Radioactivity Area, and Radiation Area surveys are part of this job description, these are not considered essential functions and must be performed with defined oversight from more experienced RPIs, supervisors and/or technical leads.

If participating in the radiological control inspector training program, demonstrates proficiency in the following:

• Use of portable and fixed radiological monitoring equipment; calculating radiation exposure rates, dose, airborne contamination, and environmental releases; Establishing appropriate control measures for radiological conditions; determining appropriate monitoring dosimeters using Radiological Work Permits (RWP’s); determining appropriate protective clothing and equipment using RWPs; donning, doffing, and function of various types of protective clothing and equipment; demonstrating job coverage under stable radiological conditions in areas with radiological conditions <5 mrem/hr, <5Q Table 2-2 levels, and <0.1 DAC or <8 DAC-hr.

Note: There will be no independent job coverage in Contamination Areas, High Contamination Areas, Airborne Radioactivity Areas, Radiation Areas or High/Very High Radiation Areas

Experienced Applicants:

If qualified by experience or training as defined by the established job descriptions, candidates may be considered for Radiological Control Inspector (grade R2), or Senior Radiological Control Inspector (grade R3) levels.

Radiological Control Inspector (grade R2)independently performs workplace monitoring and job coverage in radiological areas with stable and well-defined conditions. Assists higher level Radiological Control Inspectors with workplace monitoring and job coverage as defined in this job description. This job serves as the training position for the Senior Radiological Inspector position. There are additional minimum requirements for experience and training. An expanded job description is available on request.

Senior Radiological Control Inspector (grade R3)provides full and independent workplace guidance and monitoring of all site activities involving radioactive materials. Interprets and documents monitoring data and calculates exposure rates, worker dose estimates, airborne concentrations and radioactive environmental releases. There are additional minimum requirements for experience and training. An expanded job description is available on request.

Qualifications

To be considered, all applicants must meet the listed requirements ( 1 & 2 below ) by providing resumes and test scores with their applications. This posting will close on September 30, 2024. All required test scores must be submitted to the applicant's profile by October 7, 2024.

1. High School Diploma or GED

AND

2. Skills Assessment Tests results as described below from ACT or WIN

ACT WorkKeys Skills Assessment Tests -All three (3) of these test scores must be uploaded with your online application for consideration.

• Graphic Literacy (formerly Locating Information) minimum score = 4

• Work Place Document (formerly Reading for Information) minimum score = 4

• Workplace Observation minimum score = 2

OR

WIN Learning Solution Ready to Work Credentials - All three (3) of these test scores must be uploaded with your online application for consideration.

• Locating Information minimum score = 4

• Reading for Information minimum score = 4

• Comparable “Essential Soft Skills Assessment”

ACT testing locations can be found on the ACT website. Visit this website to learn more about ACT WorkKeys and find a testing center near you. ACT WorkKeys (https://www.act.org/content/act/en/workforce-solutions/act-workkeys.html)

WIN testing locations can be found on the South Carolina Works website. Visit this website to learn more about WIN testing and find a testing center near you. WIN SC Works (https://www.winlearning.com/About/State-Partnerships/SC/south-carolina-partnership)

Qualification Requirements:

Must successfully complete an initial and ongoing training and qualification program for assigned tasks, including classroom and on-the-job training. Complete radiological protection training and receive a score of 80 or better on the classroom exam(s).

Functional Competencies

• Must successfully complete qualification program for assigned tasks, including classroom and on-the-job training.

• Complete radiological protection training

Additional note:

Any candidate(s) selected to receive an offer will be offered the position level commensurate with their experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Test scores for Applied Math and/or Applied Technology from: ACT Work Keys Skills Assessment or WIN Ready to Work Credentials.

• Associates degree in health physics or nuclear technology with Radiological Protection option; or

• A certificate from an accredited college equivalent to an Associate’s degree as described above; or

• Experience as a military nuclear engineering laboratory technician; or

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university; or

• Three years on-the-job experience as a RPI

About

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), a prime contractor for the US Department of Energy, is responsible for managing the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site’s Liquid Waste operations contract. Located in Aiken, South Carolina, SRMC is a limited liability company formed by nuclear operations and environmental remediation global leaders BWXT, Amentum, and Fluor. The SRMC Team is responsible for the closure of waste tanks, the operation of the Savannah River Site’s Defense Waste Processing Facility, tank farm operations and associated production and disposal facilities. www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com

Benefits

Savannah River Mission Completion offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package with flexibility to meet your needs.

Highlights of our plans include:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan – 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions

• Health Insurance & Prescription Drug Program

• Health Savings Account

• Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Includes 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays

• Life and Accident Coverage

• Disability Coverage

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

Starting Rate

USD $31.05/Hr.

Pay Disclaimer

Exceptions to this range/rate may be applied on a case-by-case basis taking into account aspects such as education, experience, and skill need of the organization. Specific level and rate offered to a candidate will be determined based on documented relevant experience, education and training.

EEO Statement

Savannah River Mission Completion is committed to equal employment opportunity to employees and qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, or genetics. Our equal employment opportunity policies encompass all aspects of the employment relationship, including application and hiring, promotion and transfer, selection for training opportunities, wage and salary administration.

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Location : Location US-SC-Aiken

ID 2024-1512

Category Operations

Position Type Full-Time

Remote No