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Health Physics Technician
Company: H&L Environmental Services
Location: Local to the Durham, NC area
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
Experience Required: Two years of experience in hazardous materials management
H&L Environmental Services LLC is a premier full-service partner specializing in UXO Remediation, Operational Range Sustainability, Facilities Operations and Maintenance, and third-party Quality Assurance. We support our clients in achieving sustainable development through expert advice, innovative solutions, and dedicated service. Our mission is safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental protection.
Job Summary:
H&L Environmental Services LLC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Health Physics Technician who will play a crucial role in maintaining safety in environments where radiation is present. They monitor radiation levels, perform surveys to detect contamination, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This technician will collect and test samples, such as soil, water, and air, for radiation. This role requires local residency in the Durham, NC area to facilitate in-person engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setting up and running experiments
- Collecting and analyzing data
- Maintain equipment and instruments
- Create reports and presentations
- Assist with research and development projects
- Troubleshoot equipment problems
- Train other staff members on the use of equipment and technologies
Education/Experience:
The Health Physics Technicians shall have either education and/or experience as follows:
- Bachelor's degree in environmental health science, physical science, engineering science, industrial hygiene, chemistry, geology, or a related field.
- Two years of experience in hazardous materials management.
Mandatory Training/Certifications:
1. The Health Physics Technician shall have the following:
- Hazardous Waste Operations (40 hr. initial) per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(i));
- Hazardous Materials Technician (24 hrs. equal to operations level plus additional competencies) per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(6)(iii));
- Hazardous Materials Transportation per DOT 49 CFR172.700 (Subpart H)
- Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste Annual Training per
- EPA 49 CFR 265.16;
- Personnel should also have experience performing removable and fixed radiation contamination surveys; should be knowledgeable and have experience in the use and calibration of Geiger counters; should have experience using a liquid scintillation counter; and be knowledgeable of basic radiation protection practices.
2. Asbestos surveyor shall have the following:
- Asbestos Inspector Training in accordance with 40CFR 76 3 Appendix C
Driver's License:
- Personnel must have a valid state driver's license.
Contact Information and Computer Access:
- Personnel must maintain phone and email contact information in the NIH NED database current.
- Personnel must respond to texts or emails sent from the Alert NIEHS system to verify worker safety and work readiness status.
- Personnel issued an NIH ID will be required to sign into the NIEHS computer system every 60 days to avoid suspension of their account.
Work Schedule
Routine work hours on NIEHS Campus:
- Eight hours each per work day, Monday through Friday, on the NIEHS campus no earlier than 6:30 AM
and no later than 5:30 PM.
Why Join H&L Environmental Services?
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on hazardous materials management.
- Competitive compensation and 401K.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
H&L Environmental Services LLC a Native American SBA 8(a) and HUBZone Small Business is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
