Health Physics Technician / HPT Sr. (3086)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for a Health Physics Technician / HPT Sr. in Richland, WA.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA, and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. The Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Provide contamination and radiation exposure control. Perform surveys where procedures have been established. Duties may include working with routine and/or special detection equipment. Perform qualitative mask fit for radiological protection. As assigned by management: perform special studies in the evaluation of radiological protection for personnel, environmental, or plant areas; participate in area specific radiation worker qualification and requalification programs; prepare and maintain records and documentation as appropriate; and provide assistance in the preparation of radiation control documents such as Radiological Work Permits (RWP’s), ALARA Management Worksheets (AMW’s), etc. Must certify and maintain HPT certification in accordance with the terms of Part 5 (Training and Certification Program).

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND at least one-year of job-related experience, OR
• Academic degree in a physical science (e.g., AA degree in Health Physics or BS degree in a physical science)

Preferred Qualifications:

• NRRPT Certification, ANSI 3.1

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Hourly Wage Range

$35.207 - $50.384

In accordance with the Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc (Navarro) salary determination process, Navarro takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate’s education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; vacation/sick/holiday pay*.

*Based on eligibility rules