Radiological Control Technician (RCT)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Radiological Control Technician (RCT) to join our corporate team supporting federal initiatives! This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities

• Provide job coverage for work performed in radiological areas, supporting safe execution of activities.
• Support contamination control practices, personnel monitoring, and area monitoring as required.
• Assist with implementation of radiological activities and site-specific safety controls.
• Recognize and characterize problems related to radiological standards and limits, then plan investigation action and define corrective measure(s).
• Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with radiological and safety procedures.
• Identify and report abnormal radiological or safety conditions.
• Recommend appropriate personnel monitoring devices, protective equipment, and working time for operations and maintenance personnel working with sources of radiation.
• Calibrate instruments, operate automated low background counting equipment, and process TLDs, if needed.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – High School Diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
• RCT Testing – To be considered, you must have record of passing the DOE RCT-Standardized CORE Exam.
• RCT Training – Must have Radiological Worker training (RADWorker I or RADWorker II) or the ability to obtain.
• Must have experience supporting radiological work activities with RCT job coverage.
• Must be able to perform mathematical computations and conversions to express sampling and monitoring results in proper units and terms.
• Must be knowledgeable and trained in principles, methods, and mechanics of monitoring and sampling of radiological hazards.
• Must understand the basic nature of the types of radiation.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records in a regulated environment.
• Must have the ability to work in field environments and support hands-on operational activities.

Desired Skills

• Prior experience in nuclear, energy, or other regulated industries or facilities.

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.