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Mission Support and Test Services, LLC

RCT Technician I

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC, Amargosa Valley, Nevada, United States, 89020

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Job Description Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high‑hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services, and by acting as environmental stewards for the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large‑scale, high‑hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air.

MSTS offers full‑time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; a pension and a 401(k); paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of a qualified technician, perform radiological surveys and monitor radiological conditions and work practices utilized by MSTS and/or subcontractors in assigned areas.

Verify that radiological instrumentation is functioning properly prior to use. Such instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, air sampling equipment, dose‑rate meters, and contamination monitors.

Post various approved radiological signs to ensure that radiological worksites are properly identified to prevent unauthorized access.

Follow radiological work permits, work packages, and procedures, ensuring that work is performed in accordance with approved work‑control documents.

Participate in briefings concerning radiological conditions and requirements of a particular work situation.

Ensure generation of records for radiological surveys and other job activities utilizing appropriate forms and logbooks, as required.

Implement stop‑work authority in a responsible manner when radiological or safety conditions warrant.

Maintain training and qualifications current and attend onsite and off‑site training as necessary to maintain competency in the radiological control field.

Perform related work as assigned by supervisor under the guidance of a qualified technician.

Perform other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Some vocational training preferred.

Ability to work independently or in a team environment on a wide variety of tasks.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook.

Must be fitted for and qualified to use various respiratory protection and personal protective equipment.

Must be able to participate in National Response Asset Deployment activities.

May be required to participate in the Human Reliability Program (HRP).

Must be able to qualify within 1 month of start date to the DOE Radiological Control Technician (RCT) standardized core training programs.

Self‑motivated and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Basic knowledge of radiation protection principles.

Primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).

Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change); overtime may be required.

May be requested to perform on‑call work and must be able to work non‑standard hours when required.

Pre‑placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance‑abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Security Clearance MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct pre‑employment drug testing and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law‑enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matters if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance.

EEO Statement MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

Compensation Hourly range: $21.84 - $32.76. Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate’s education and experience, and internal equity.

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