External Dosimetry Technician ; Process and Sampling Technician

What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Process and Sampling Technician 1 or 2 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.
You will work with the Radiation Protection Services (RP-SVS) External Dosimetry Program to provide radiation dosimetry monitoring services to Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) workers and visitors. Each year, the External Dosimetry program provides comprehensive external dosimetry services to over 12,000 individuals in support of the Laboratory's nuclear security, environmental monitoring, and research missions. The program ensures accurate, timely, and technically sound results in accordance with quality, technical, and regulatory requirements.

As a member of the External Dosimetry team, you will interact with program staff members, Health Physicists, Radiological Control Technicians, and LANL dosimetry customers. Candidates must be able to effectively manage multiple tasks and changing priorities in a team environment. External Dosimetry Program staff must be responsive to customer needs while maintaining quality services.

Process and Sampling Technician 1, $48,500 - $75,000
External Dosimetry Technicians assist in assembly, disassembly, issue, and delivery of dosimetry badges; assisting customers in enrolling in dosimetry services; use of software applications to issue dosimeters; operating dosimeter processing equipment; and delivery of dosimeters to custodians.

Process and Sampling Technician 2, $53,700 - $82,500
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the selected candidate will assist with resolving problems with dosimetry enrollments, reviewing dosimetry assembly lists, maintaining equipment under supervision of program staff; and processing of dosimeter components to obtain dosimetry results.

• Basic knowledge of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and/or electronics principles.
• Basis knowledge and experience related to mathematical problem solving.
• Basic knowledge in operating a variety of testing and/or inspection equipment relating to the measurement of dimensions, density, optics, radiation and/or nuclear material accountability.
• Skilled in the use of MS Windows based computer systems and common applications (e.g., Windows, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.
• Applicant must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance, which usually requires US Citizenship.
• For full consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter that addresses their qualifications for the position and how their expertise fulfills the key requirements.

• Knowledge and experience related to mathematical problem solving.
• Experience or training in dosimetry techniques and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated ability in problem solving.
• Skill in the preparation and presentation of test-measurement results.
• Skill with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and/or mechanical assembly instructions, drawings, bill-of-materials, and other related specifications.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory related policies, practices, and procedures including use of proper personal protection equipment to mitigate exposure hazards.
• Ability to work independently and as well as collaboratively as part of a team.

Education/Experience at lower level: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Education/Experience at higher level: This position requires a High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years related experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

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