Environmental Health Technician

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The Naval Nuclear Laboratories are seeking skilled individuals to join the Reclamation and Remediation Operations (RRO) team, a key part of the Radiological Infrastructure and Operations Group. The RRO team is responsible for the safe and efficient stabilization and preparation for demolition of legacy radiological facilities, ensuring proper management and disposal of associated waste streams.

As an Environmental Health Technician (EHT), you will be directly involved in the use of processes and equipment to generate, handle, and properly manage regulated waste. Working in areas with potential hazards—including radiological materials, asbestos, PCBs, and other safety risks—you will be responsible for the safe execution of work activities and ensuring compliance with strict safety and environmental regulations. Your role will require hands-on use of equipment to safely create and manage waste streams, as well as adherence to detailed procedures for packaging, labeling, and disposal practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate as part of a safety-focused team to support the successful completion of demolition and remediation projects while minimizing environmental impact.
• Operate tools, machinery, and processes to generate and manage regulated waste streams from facility remediation and demolition activities.
• Consistently follow written instructions, drawings, and quality standards to safely execute tasks with first-time accuracy.
• Recognize and safely handle materials such as radiological waste, asbestos, PCBs, and other hazardous substances generated during work.
• Comply with environmental and safety requirements for waste classification, accumulation, packaging, labeling, and disposal in accordance with EPA, OSHA, and PADEP standards.
• Maintain waste accumulation areas and ensure all waste handling is properly documented to satisfy inspection and regulatory requirements.

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or

Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or

Journeymans Papers in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or

Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

• Demonstrated experience in industrial, laboratory, or remediation settings involving tools, equipment, or machinery used in handling hazardous materials.
• Understanding of industrial and site safety requirements, such as confined spaces, elevated work, excavation, LOTO, and handling materials such as lead, asbestos, radiological, or silica.
• Familiarity with detailed procedures tied to quality standards, including ASTM specifications, technical drawings, or environmental compliance parameters.
• Knowledge of hazardous and toxic waste generation practices and compliance with EPA, OSHA, and PADEP safety standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment to solve technical challenges and ensure safe operations under stringent safety protocols.
• Military experience.

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital 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…