Health Physics Technician at PermaFix Canada Inc

Richland, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiological Monitoring, Safety Practices, Personal Protective Equipment, Environmental Controls, Communication, Attention to Detail, Radiological Instrumentation, Emergency Response, Procedure Following, Hazardous Materials Training

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description This position is responsible for ensuring all personnel activities are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with the Radiation Protection Program. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Duties Include but are not limited to: Use portable and stationary radiological monitoring equipment to monitor various work environments to ensure the safety of the personnel and/or visitors, the plant, and the local environment. The knowledge, experience and use of such equipment determine work decisions. Maintain Safety and ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable) work practices. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in some work locations; must have the ability to acquire a respirator fit card and ability to wear respiratory equipment when needed (APR’s – Air Purifying Respirators and SA-Supplied Air systems are used). Must follow engineering and administrative controls in place to limit exposure to heat, cold, and other environmental factors encountered in a physically demanding work environment; including the capability to lift 45lbs and to carry portable instrumentation in the work area(s). Must attend monthly (at a minimum) safety meetings and immediately report any unsafe condition to the HP Lead, HP Manager, RSO, and/or General Manager/Vice-President; coordinate ideas and suggestions with the Safety Committee. Immediately report any unsafe condition which may lead to or cause a violation or regulatory requirements, license conditions or unnecessary radiation exposure to the General Manager or Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). Attendance history and individual performance is evaluated at least annually or periodically when circumstances require more frequent interface with an employee. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Recognizing and properly monitoring for radiological hazards associated with routine and workplace job coverage is essential, and HP qualification progression will be evaluated on an on-going basis. Ability to work independently and without supervision and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Demonstrate ability to follow procedures, work packages and/or protocols. Demonstrate ability to use radiological instrumentation, source check/efficiency tests and establish MDC/MDA. Capable to assist in accident, emergency response and follow-up activities. Accuracy and attention to detail in written communications is a must in meeting regulatory and administrative procedure requirements. Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; radiological waste handing experience preferred; 24hr Hazardous Materials Worker Training required. Must be able to wear respiratory protection on occasion (includes fit test and physical). Working Conditions Will work outside in all weather conditions and inside in an industrial-type environment. The approximate time in minutes spent with the following movements in a 9 hour (540 minutes) work day shift: Sitting (90) standing (270) walking (150) bending (25) arms above head (5) minutes. Some work locations require wearing PPE (see description in third bullet above).

Responsibilities

The Health Physics Technician is responsible for ensuring personnel activities are conducted safely in accordance with the Radiation Protection Program. This includes monitoring work environments and maintaining safety practices to limit radiation exposure.