Careers

OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Radiation Control Technician III to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

·         Provides radiological support at assigned Laboratory sites in the areas of workplace surveillance and analysis/interpretation of radiological data,

·         Provides fully proficient operational health physics support in assigned facility, function or area,

·         Responsible for high-hazard radiological jobs,

·         Implements radiation protection procedures and applies these to a wide range of activities such as reviewing radiological work for proper controls,

·         Posting and compliance with Laboratory requirements,

·         Assists and mentors employees in on-the-job training in the areas of: group procedures for radiation monitoring, contamination control, external exposure control and emergency response, radiation work permits, and facility design,

·         Interfaces with emergency personnel or directly responds to an emergency situation involving radiation or radioactive material,

·         Works with health physicist to determining appropriate re-entry requirements, directs as necessary other RCTs in monitoring and dealing with contaminated personnel,

·         Completing assignments requires following or adhering to requirements, specifications, or procedures developed for the task.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·         A high school diploma and two-to-four years of related experience,

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems,

·         Assignments are usually focused while working within established priorities, procedures, processes, requirements or specifications,

·         Ensures compliance with radiation protection activities, procedures and 10CFR835,

·         Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·         Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening,

·         Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,

·          Active DOE Q Clearance.

LOCATION

Los Alamos, NM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Work involves moderate physical demands, such as lifting and carrying radiation protection instruments and wearing personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection. Work may be outdoors and may be scheduled at time other than regular work hours.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.