NDA Operator

Position Summary:

This is a Full-time, Non-Exempt Position reporting to the CSO of Alpha Safety. PSC is a leading provider of equipment and solutions for the location, identification, and characterization of radioactive materials.

PSC is currently seeking a self-directed candidate to operate and review assay data from gamma-based NDA systems; especially HPGe systems.

Primary Responsibilities: As an NDA Technician for PSC at the SLDA site your responsibilities will include:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities of NDA operations in accordance with on-site customer policies, PSC policies, and applicable laws
• Expected to foster a team working environment
• Operate NDA radiation detection and measurement instruments
• Collect and generate radiological assay data and test results
• Perform daily QC checks on the assigned NDA instrument (s)
• Develop charts, schedules and forms using spreadsheet software
• Assemble Test Matrices by mixing materials and placing source tubes according to physics specifications to simulate waste in various containers.
• Perform Independent Technical Review (ITR) of NDA data produced by the NDA Analyst
• Perform Instrument calibration, validation, testing and qualification duties as prescribed
• Provide first response to instrument problems, upset conditions
• Assist Engineers in troubleshooting, as required and perform minor repairs
• Required to relay important project-related information to PSC management in regard to customer satisfaction and concerns
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

Required Education and Experience:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

• High school Diploma or GED and two years' experience in the NDA field
• Prefer experience with the DOE.
• Computer literacy skills are required to include a working knowledge of MS Office software.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet software
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, to begin projects independently (or as assigned), and to bring projects (or assignments) to satisfactory conclusion on a timely basis.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

Limitations and Disclaimers:

PSC by Alpha Safety provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

• Pennsylvania, USA