Pantex Plant
Laboratory Technician (Industrial Hygiene) I/II/III
Pantex Plant, Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79161
Laboratory Technician (Industrial Hygiene) I/II/III
Key Information
Posting Dates:
mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy
Location:
Amarillo, TX
Job Title:
ESH Laboratory Technician (Industrial Hygiene) I/II/III
Hiring Manager:
Terrye Dowden
# of Openings:
1
Organization:
Safety & Industrial Hygiene (51074510)
Hourly Pay Rate:
$40.87
Seniority Group:
58
Essential Job Duties
Performs work in accordance with relevant directives (Federal Standards, Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, Corporate Directives, plant Process Documents, Work Instructions, Desk Aids, and written instructions, etc).
Accountable for all direct output assigned and for providing direct output support to his/her manager.
Required to attend and/or successfully complete training classes as assigned by their manager.
Actively supports the Plant Safety Program.
Provides feedback to their manager when exceptions in the process are encountered.
Understands a worker’s right to stop work when they feel his/her own or other’s personal safety is jeopardized.
Reports all perceived unsafe conditions or acts through their management or through other reporting mechanisms as appropriate for the situation.
Participates in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
Understands and complies with the Human Reliability Program (HRP) requirements applicable to their position.
Maintains their work area in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
Utilizes resources responsibly to minimize waste and maintain efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Industrial Hygiene Technician
Conducts workplace evaluations under the direction and supervision of an Industrial Hygienist and/or IH Team Leader, to include:
Initial review of workplace evaluation data
Facility/Workplace walk down to determine existing and new tasks
Employee interviews to determine existing and new tasks
Supervisor interviews to determine new, changed and planned processes
Observations of work, as needed, to aid in determining sampling strategy
Selection and calibration of instruments to be used in sampling
Surveillance of work processes
Proper collection and handling of samples to ensure chain of custody requirements are met
Documentation of sampling conducted and results obtained
Maintains IH sampling equipment in ready status for sampling to include:
Proper storage of instruments to protect from loss or damage
Ensure that batteries are properly charged and ready for use, as applicable
Ensure that cord and plug instruments are properly handled to prevent electrical safety hazards
Ensure that all instruments used in the Material Access Area (MAA) are on the equipment list
Calibrate instruments as required
Report any discrepancies in equipment storage, use, calibration or safety to their supervisor
Ensures proper housekeeping:
Maintain their work space in a neat and orderly manner
Ensure that the equipment storage and calibration areas are clean, uncluttered and ready for use
Ensure that any and all sampling materials and waste is properly disposed of at the work location or in the IH Operations facility
Follows Conduct of Operations:
follow all Safety and Industrial Hygiene requirements for use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during sampling procedures
Apply Integrated Safety Management principles to the work being done
Follow written procedures for sampling
Request assistance before proceeding when unsure of procedures
Stop work when you feel that the work in progress may present a hazard to yourself, co‑worker, the equipment, the facility or the environment
Assists as requested in Emergency Response drills, exercises and real‑world events
Skills And Minimum Qualifications
Must be able to meet initial employment requirements.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend applicable written and/or instructions.
Must be physically fit to perform their assigned job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
Must be able to work under general supervision.
Must be able to perform applicable job functions within their area of work.
All qualifications, work history, training and education are to be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof. Ability to perform the functions and responsibilities involved will be determined by a comprehensive interview and background evaluation.
Education
Industrial Hygiene Technician
High school diploma or equivalency and twelve semester hours of college level work in a related field of study (i.e., chemistry, physics, biology, environmental technology, industrial hygiene technology or nuclear health physics), and six semester hours of college level mathematics and/or computer applications.
OR Two years relevant experience in Safety & Industrial Hygiene (S&IH) related work with a working knowledge of S&IH Field/Laboratory testing equipment.
OR Any combination of acceptable education and experience to equal to 2 years.
DOE Order 426.2 Requirements In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., High School diploma, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Functional Requirements
Heavy lifting or carrying: 40 pounds
Ability to keyboard
Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
Walking: 2 hours/day
Standing: 2 hours/day
Normal far vision at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
Near vision (must be able to read computer screen, manuscript, book etc. at approximately 13-16 inches from the face)
Ability to distinguish basic colors (red, green, etc.)
No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
Ability to perform safety‑sensitive duties
Environmental Factors
Around moving vehicles
Prolonged or irregular hours: may be on‑call 24/7
What You Can Expect
Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top‑notch, dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Why Pantex? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work‑life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
Requires a Q clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP, the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP, a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official, and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position.
Pantex is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre‑placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part‑time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Posting Dates:
mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy
Location:
Amarillo, TX
Job Title:
ESH Laboratory Technician (Industrial Hygiene) I/II/III
Hiring Manager:
Terrye Dowden
# of Openings:
1
Organization:
Safety & Industrial Hygiene (51074510)
Hourly Pay Rate:
$40.87
Seniority Group:
58
Essential Job Duties
Performs work in accordance with relevant directives (Federal Standards, Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, Corporate Directives, plant Process Documents, Work Instructions, Desk Aids, and written instructions, etc).
Accountable for all direct output assigned and for providing direct output support to his/her manager.
Required to attend and/or successfully complete training classes as assigned by their manager.
Actively supports the Plant Safety Program.
Provides feedback to their manager when exceptions in the process are encountered.
Understands a worker’s right to stop work when they feel his/her own or other’s personal safety is jeopardized.
Reports all perceived unsafe conditions or acts through their management or through other reporting mechanisms as appropriate for the situation.
Participates in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
Understands and complies with the Human Reliability Program (HRP) requirements applicable to their position.
Maintains their work area in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
Utilizes resources responsibly to minimize waste and maintain efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Industrial Hygiene Technician
Conducts workplace evaluations under the direction and supervision of an Industrial Hygienist and/or IH Team Leader, to include:
Initial review of workplace evaluation data
Facility/Workplace walk down to determine existing and new tasks
Employee interviews to determine existing and new tasks
Supervisor interviews to determine new, changed and planned processes
Observations of work, as needed, to aid in determining sampling strategy
Selection and calibration of instruments to be used in sampling
Surveillance of work processes
Proper collection and handling of samples to ensure chain of custody requirements are met
Documentation of sampling conducted and results obtained
Maintains IH sampling equipment in ready status for sampling to include:
Proper storage of instruments to protect from loss or damage
Ensure that batteries are properly charged and ready for use, as applicable
Ensure that cord and plug instruments are properly handled to prevent electrical safety hazards
Ensure that all instruments used in the Material Access Area (MAA) are on the equipment list
Calibrate instruments as required
Report any discrepancies in equipment storage, use, calibration or safety to their supervisor
Ensures proper housekeeping:
Maintain their work space in a neat and orderly manner
Ensure that the equipment storage and calibration areas are clean, uncluttered and ready for use
Ensure that any and all sampling materials and waste is properly disposed of at the work location or in the IH Operations facility
Follows Conduct of Operations:
follow all Safety and Industrial Hygiene requirements for use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during sampling procedures
Apply Integrated Safety Management principles to the work being done
Follow written procedures for sampling
Request assistance before proceeding when unsure of procedures
Stop work when you feel that the work in progress may present a hazard to yourself, co‑worker, the equipment, the facility or the environment
Assists as requested in Emergency Response drills, exercises and real‑world events
Skills And Minimum Qualifications
Must be able to meet initial employment requirements.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend applicable written and/or instructions.
Must be physically fit to perform their assigned job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
Must be able to work under general supervision.
Must be able to perform applicable job functions within their area of work.
All qualifications, work history, training and education are to be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof. Ability to perform the functions and responsibilities involved will be determined by a comprehensive interview and background evaluation.
Education
Industrial Hygiene Technician
High school diploma or equivalency and twelve semester hours of college level work in a related field of study (i.e., chemistry, physics, biology, environmental technology, industrial hygiene technology or nuclear health physics), and six semester hours of college level mathematics and/or computer applications.
OR Two years relevant experience in Safety & Industrial Hygiene (S&IH) related work with a working knowledge of S&IH Field/Laboratory testing equipment.
OR Any combination of acceptable education and experience to equal to 2 years.
DOE Order 426.2 Requirements In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., High School diploma, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Functional Requirements
Heavy lifting or carrying: 40 pounds
Ability to keyboard
Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
Walking: 2 hours/day
Standing: 2 hours/day
Normal far vision at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
Near vision (must be able to read computer screen, manuscript, book etc. at approximately 13-16 inches from the face)
Ability to distinguish basic colors (red, green, etc.)
No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
Ability to perform safety‑sensitive duties
Environmental Factors
Around moving vehicles
Prolonged or irregular hours: may be on‑call 24/7
What You Can Expect
Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
Top‑notch, dedicated colleagues
Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Why Pantex? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work‑life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
Requires a Q clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP, the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP, a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official, and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position.
Pantex is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre‑placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part‑time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pantex Plant by 2x.
Get notified about new Laboratory Technician jobs in Amarillo, TX.
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