Laboratory Technician, Entry-Level

Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking an entry‑level Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory testing, sample preparation, and analytical support under appropriate levels of supervision. This role supports the Material Test Laboratory (MTL) surveillance mission for the Nuclear Security Enterprise, while operating within the Savannah River Tritium Enterprise.

• The selected candidate will be instructed in metallographic techniques and support a variety of work tasks throughout the facility under close supervision utilizing clearly defined standard operating procedures.
• Hands on activities include setup/cleanup of job activities, stocking supplies, performing leak test and integrity test of components, sectioning components, preparing metal and polymer samples for analysis, optical and digital microscopy, engineering support, removal and disposal of radioactive waste.
• Work is expected to be performed in a laboratory setting utilizing ventilated hoods and glove boxes and in a radioactive environment requiring the use of protective clothing and respiratory equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned by supervision

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Candidate must have completed ACT Work Keys Skills Assessment and achieved a minimum score of:
  • 2 in Workplace Observation
  • 3 in Applied Math
  • 3 in Graphic Literacy
  • 4 in Workplace Documents
• Test scores for each assessment must be within the last five years and must be uploaded to Oracle at the time of application submission or by the time the posting closes to be considered for this vacancy.
• Position requires the ability to secure and maintain a Q-clearance

Security Clearance Information

This position will require selected candidate to be able to obtain a DOE Security Clearance. BSRA is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with BSRA require applicants to have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

We put science to work!

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Benefits offered to employees include:

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributory 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan
• Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
• Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the About tab l.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to…