Nuclear Facility Research Technician Level 1​/Level 2

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring Nuclear Faiclity Research Technician. This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex. Our team works a 4x10 schedule with every Friday off.

INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel development and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.

• Operate and perform maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
• Support researchers with loading/unloading/maintaining advanced research systems, remote handling equipment, shielded casks, facility utilities, operational support systems, glove boxes, shielded hot cells and testing equipment.
• Perform operations observing approved procedures and DOE requirements.
• Complete and maintain qualifications in designated specialized areas of facility and process operations.
• Track, package, transfer, receive, and store fissionable materials, construct power units for space and security systems, and handle and treat radioactive and hazardous material.
• Maintain accurate records of facility operations, equipment performance, production, treatment, and experimental data.
• Perform technical procedures that range from standard to specialized.
• Be trained on the following, directly from DOE O 426.2:
  Instrumentation and Controls, Mechanical Science, Electrical Science, Heat Transfer, Fluid Flow, Thermodynamics, Nuclear Science and Criticality Control, and Materials Science.

• Level 1:
  Graduation from high school or equivalent and 2+ years, associates or graduate with 0-2 or ESTEC.
• Level 2:
  Graduation from high school or equivalent and 4+ years experience or associates graduate with 0-2 ESTEC.
• Must meet the expectations of all employees at MFC.
• Demonstrated, integrity, mentality, and technical skills for the position.
• Expected to complete clearance paperwork, qualification and certification promptly.
• The required coursework will contain numerous exams to demonstrate technical content knowledge.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

• Previous laboratory experience, including working in fume hoods, glove boxes, and/or hot cells.
• Associate's degree or ESTEC Grad.

• The pay range for this position is:
  Level 1 ($26.36- $43.48) / Level 2 ($30.84 - $50.87). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP:
  This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

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