Job Duties/Scope Of Work
This position provides operations support under the Hanford Mission Essential Services Contract. Responsibilities typically include but are not limited to operational support for personnel radiation dose measurements at the In Vivo Radiobioassay and Research Facility.
Essential Job duties include but are not limited to:
• Interacting with counting subjects and gathering data related to internal dose measurements.
• Performing quality control counts including positioning of the radioactive sources.
•Conducting quality control analysis and writing reports identifying issues, problems, or trends; publishing the reports at appropriate frequency as monthly, quarterly, or annually.
• Performing BOMAB counts at the in-vivo facility.
• Performing facility start up and/or shutdown.
• Performing initial review of count data.
• May develop or assist development of formal presentations.
• Assisting with engineering studies to evaluate options for resolution of issues with counting systems, external dosimeter readers, and their associated computer software.
• Operating external dosimeter readers and supercooled detectors for internal and external dose measurements, analyzing the results for quality control and analysis for personnel dose measurements.
• Interacting with vendor technical representatives for repairs and upgrades conducted by subcontract agreements.
• Implementing complete preventative maintenance procedures, checklists, and equipment standards for equipment and systems.
• Implementing preventive/predictive maintenance programs including schedules and procedures to maintain counter availability and reliability.
• Preparing repair procedures, engineering change notices, and engineering data transmittal as required.
• Conducting reviews and analysis of basic systems/components. Participating in planning and conducting equipment/systems tests.
• Participating on Design Review Teams, Startup Readiness Review Teams, assessment teams, as well as interaction with the accreditation body, DOELAP, for external and internal dose measurement program accreditation performance reviews.
• Maintaining knowledge of safety policies and procedures and performing assigned duties in a safe manner
Basic Qualifications
• BA/BS degree plus 3 years of related experience -or- an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Proven ability to provide outstanding customer service while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential badge.
Desired Qualifications
• Experience working with gamma spectroscopy equipment
• Experience working in a laboratory, measurement facility, or scientific technical program
Compensation & Benefits
Grade 15: $82,000 - $103,400
Grade 16: $90,150 - $113,550
HMIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit our benefits website: https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/employeebenefits
In accordance with the HMIS salary determination process, offers will be made by taking into consideration the level of assigned job duties, responsibilities, and the candidate's qualifications relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. The salary range listed represents the full range of salary that may be offered.
This position may be required to complete a probationary period. Benefits for eligible employees will begin on day one.
In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office (HFO) direction, employees issued initial badges on or after September 1st, 2025, are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation encompasses multiple areas of eligibility and includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year.