Associate Environmental Health Technician - Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Niskayuna, NY
About the Job
Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!
Job Description
Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking an radiochemistry environmental health technician to join the Radiochemistry Laboratory. The radiochemistry laboratory operates a nuclear analysis and characterization laboratory which includes High Purity Germanium detectors for determination of gamma and X-ray emitting radionuclides, Passivated Implanted Planar Silicon detectors for alpha spectroscopy, gas flow gross alpha/beta proportional activity measurement and alpha/beta liquid scintillation activity measurement to support radionuclide characterization. Routine sample analysis support is provided to our environmental monitoring program locally and throughout the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. Additional sample analysis and characterization support is provided for materials development and ongoing infrastructure work at the Knolls Laboratory Site.
Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Radiological and non-radiological sample preparation through homogenization, chemical digestion, and isotopic separation.
- Analytical equipment maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting.
- Interpreting spectroscopy data and apply scaling factors based on historical isotopes associated with previous work performed at this facility.
The radiochemistry environmental health technician will be an integral member of the Knolls site emergency response team. The individual will work with radioactive material and wear dosimetry.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Preferred Skills
- Degree in chemistry, radiochemistry, nuclear chemistry, physics, physical science, nuclear engineering, or radiological engineering.
- Familiarity with chemical separations, general basic chemical laboratory techniques and typical chemical hygiene practices.
- A background in gamma-ray spectroscopy or equivalent work experience.
- Familiarity with Canberra GENIE and APEX gamma-ray and alpha spectroscopy software
Compensation and Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
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Pay Range
Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.