Environmental Health Technician

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is currently looking for a highly motivated Environmental Health Technician to join our Post Irradiation Examinations (PIE) team in Niskayuna, NY! The PIE unit is responsible for performing nondestructive and destructive examinations in two facilities; the Radioactive Materials Laboratory (RML), and the KAPL Low Level Examination Facility. These facilities and their technical capabilities are unique in the Naval Nuclear Laboratory.

Testing in the RML primarily focuses on providing data to establish material performance correlations for reactor fuel, poison, and structural materials. The major testing evolutions are annealing irradiated specimens to failure and performing interim examinations including density measurements, ultrasonic examinations and visual examinations. Destructive examinations of specimens are performed to support the collection of material for chemical analysis. Specimens are also inspected with optical and scanning electron microscopy. Hardness testing and fractography are performed. Work is physically performed utilizing remote equipment called telemanipulators.

The KAPL Low Level Examination Facility primarily performs examinations on reactor plant components that have been removed from service. Data from examinations is used to better understand and predict the service life and modes of failure for operating fleet equipment. Nondestructive examinations including dye penetrant testing, detailed measurements, photography, and replication can be performed to document the end of service life conditions. This position would be to train and become a member of the examination team to perform testing and examinations. This requires qualifying to work with radioactive and nuclear materials.
As a national asset, NNL provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as excellent work/life balance and employment stability. Apply today!

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

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.

Preferred Skills

• Test laboratory experience including familiarity with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and teaming skills.
• Demonstrated formality with following procedures and processes.
• Hands-on Mechanical skills and familiarity with mechanical systems.

Compensation and Benefits

• 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 Program
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Pay Range

$63,300.00 - $96,900.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.