Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tech ( Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 3/4)
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Description
Job Title Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tech ( Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 3/4)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name PMDS/Process Maintenance and Decontamination Services
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Nuclear and Hazardous Tec 3/4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 3 $64,700- $101,400
You will work as a member of the Chief Operations Office Associate Laboratory Directorate of Weapons Production (COO), Process Maintenance and Decontamination Services Group (PMDS), Programmatic Maintenance and decontamination team for Weapons Production Facilities. The team is responsible for performing maintenance on programmatic equipment, glovebox support systems, and decontamination to support program deliverables. You will support Decontamination and Maintenance activities and report to a First Line Manager for preparing, reviewing and working against approved integrated work document (IWD) specific to task and location and approved detailed operating procedures. You will work with the organization responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of programmatic equipment, (i.e., troubleshoot, repair and replace) as well as the decontamination, decommissioning and demolition of process equipment used at all Weapons Production Facilities.
Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 4 $71,200-$112,900
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level:
Apply established work methods and procedures to perform maintenance with less direct supervision. Work with other teams within the group to scope and schedule work. Follow prescribed procedures while completing work with limited direction from management. Prepare required decontamination or maintenance documentation and maintain appropriate work history logs. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
#Shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Maintenance: Knowledge and experience with performing maintenance activities on various systems, equipment, and components.
Equipment Types: Experience maintaining systems and equipment with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components.
Work Performance: Experience performing work in accordance with detailed work instructions, procedures, drawings, layouts and other related specifications.
Work Environment: Ability to work in a glovebox with radioactive and hazardous materials.
Training: Ability to remain current in all job-related training requirements.
Additional Job Requirements for Nuclear and Hazardous Tec 4:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Leadership Role: Advanced experience leadership and mentor role when working with junior team members.
Equipment/Systems: Advanced experience interpreting and applying comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of equipment and systems theory and principles.
Problem Solving: Advanced knowledge and experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting programmatic equipment and performance assurance.
Education/Experience - Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec3: Position requires an Associates degree and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience - Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 4: Position requires an Associates degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above.
Work Schedule:
This position will require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. This schedule is subject to change. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager. This is
Shift Differential Pay:
Nonexempt employees will receive shift differential pay when they are assigned by their manager to work a regular shift in which four or more hours are scheduled either before 8:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m.
These shifts typically fall into two categories:
Swing: normally 4:00 p.m. to 12 midnight-12.0% of the basic hourly rate or the hourly equivalent rate of pay.
Graveyard: normally 12 midnight to 8:00 a.m-15.0% of the basic hourly rate or the hourly equivalent rate of pay.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to speak, reading vision, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, twisting the trunk or back, bending, kneeling, balancing, applying torque with hands or arms, use of both hands, use of both arms, carrying 10-20 pounds, lifting 30+ pounds.
Work Environment: Working overtime or irregular schedule, working off-shift/rotating schedule, working near sources of ionizing radiation, work near machinery and moving parts, domestic/foreign travel, mask or respirator, safety glasses and eye protection, gloves or hand protection, hearing protection, safety shoes or protective footgear.
The rules governing the payment of shift differential are subject to change, including the amount of shift differential.
Location
The position is physically located in Los Alamos, NM Technical Area 55.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, 712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Naranjo, Christina Nicole
Email naranjoc@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Job Title Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tech ( Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 3/4)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name PMDS/Process Maintenance and Decontamination Services
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Nuclear and Hazardous Tec 3/4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 3 $64,700- $101,400
You will work as a member of the Chief Operations Office Associate Laboratory Directorate of Weapons Production (COO), Process Maintenance and Decontamination Services Group (PMDS), Programmatic Maintenance and decontamination team for Weapons Production Facilities. The team is responsible for performing maintenance on programmatic equipment, glovebox support systems, and decontamination to support program deliverables. You will support Decontamination and Maintenance activities and report to a First Line Manager for preparing, reviewing and working against approved integrated work document (IWD) specific to task and location and approved detailed operating procedures. You will work with the organization responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of programmatic equipment, (i.e., troubleshoot, repair and replace) as well as the decontamination, decommissioning and demolition of process equipment used at all Weapons Production Facilities.
Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 4 $71,200-$112,900
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level:
Apply established work methods and procedures to perform maintenance with less direct supervision. Work with other teams within the group to scope and schedule work. Follow prescribed procedures while completing work with limited direction from management. Prepare required decontamination or maintenance documentation and maintain appropriate work history logs. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
#Shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Maintenance: Knowledge and experience with performing maintenance activities on various systems, equipment, and components.
Equipment Types: Experience maintaining systems and equipment with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components.
Work Performance: Experience performing work in accordance with detailed work instructions, procedures, drawings, layouts and other related specifications.
Work Environment: Ability to work in a glovebox with radioactive and hazardous materials.
Training: Ability to remain current in all job-related training requirements.
Additional Job Requirements for Nuclear and Hazardous Tec 4:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Leadership Role: Advanced experience leadership and mentor role when working with junior team members.
Equipment/Systems: Advanced experience interpreting and applying comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of equipment and systems theory and principles.
Problem Solving: Advanced knowledge and experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting programmatic equipment and performance assurance.
Education/Experience - Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec3: Position requires an Associates degree and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience - Nuclear and Hazardous Materials Tec 4: Position requires an Associates degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience leading walk downs and developing scope for maintenance activities.
- History of accurately documenting work activities.
- Experience writing and reviewing work authorizing documents.
- Responsible for determining functional problems utilizing test equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Experience using computer applications.
- Experience with working on inert gas and vacuum systems.
- Ability to obtain and maintain:
- Glove Box Operator (GBO) qualification
- Fissionable Material Handler (FMH) qualification
- Q clearance and HRP certification
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above.
Work Schedule:
This position will require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. This schedule is subject to change. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager. This is
Shift Differential Pay:
Nonexempt employees will receive shift differential pay when they are assigned by their manager to work a regular shift in which four or more hours are scheduled either before 8:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m.
These shifts typically fall into two categories:
Swing: normally 4:00 p.m. to 12 midnight-12.0% of the basic hourly rate or the hourly equivalent rate of pay.
Graveyard: normally 12 midnight to 8:00 a.m-15.0% of the basic hourly rate or the hourly equivalent rate of pay.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to speak, reading vision, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, twisting the trunk or back, bending, kneeling, balancing, applying torque with hands or arms, use of both hands, use of both arms, carrying 10-20 pounds, lifting 30+ pounds.
Work Environment: Working overtime or irregular schedule, working off-shift/rotating schedule, working near sources of ionizing radiation, work near machinery and moving parts, domestic/foreign travel, mask or respirator, safety glasses and eye protection, gloves or hand protection, hearing protection, safety shoes or protective footgear.
The rules governing the payment of shift differential are subject to change, including the amount of shift differential.
Location
The position is physically located in Los Alamos, NM Technical Area 55.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, 712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Naranjo, Christina Nicole
Email naranjoc@lanl.gov
Work Telephone