IH Technician Sr.

IH Technician, Senior
Job Code: INDHYG07
Grade Level: 7 (Non-Exempt)

PER SOCCo Policy DND-HR-PRO-00001: Internal employees must be in current position for (1) year or greater to be eligible to apply.

THIS POSITION WILL BE REPRESENTED AS PART OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT UNIT. 

Position Overview
Under general supervision, performs Industrial Hygiene (IH) job functions as assigned by supervision and
management. Typical job responsibilities are to assist and support IH Technician Leads and supervision
in ensuring the monitoring, controls and processes for reducing and controlling chemical, biological, and
physical hazards are in compliance with all applicable procedures, policies, contractual/operational
requirements, safety guidelines, DOE Orders and local, state and federal regulations. Typical job
responsibilities do not include directing work activities or utilizing discretionary decision making authority.
The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one
or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Participates in monitoring the company's health standards in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations; evaluates and interprets current regulations and assists in compliance
Performs assigned tasks according to detailed instructions and established policies and procedures
Ensures controls required to mitigate identified hazards are implemented
Assists others by providing industrial hygiene, environmental and hazard material support
Assists in processing complex and difficult hygiene analyses by a variety of methodologies and using
a wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments
Maintains data in various data capture systems
Assists in generating reports, charts and spreadsheets as needed
Provides administrative and/or functional support to the Industrial Hygiene team
Perform duties general/routine to moderately complex in nature
Other job related duties as assigned
Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all
approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a
safe manner
Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Working Conditions
Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential
exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and
radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous
areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged
walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.
Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, nonrepetitive,
up to 50 pounds of force frequently (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds
requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly,
repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking,
grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working
around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf
cart, gator, heavy equipment).
Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and
chemical hazards.
Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as
but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)
Radiological training is required and will be provided
May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations
and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed
by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe
the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities
assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties
as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably
accommodate individuals with a disability.

Required Contingencies:

·         Pre-Employment Physical (office or field work)

·         Drug Screen

·         The ability to obtain/maintain "L" or "Q" Clearance one year from hire date

·         Background Check

·         Any site required training

Prospective employees must be available to start work with Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC within a reasonable time frame after acceptance of SOCCo’s offer of employment (typically 30 days or less).

Applicants for employment can initiate a request for accommodation or obtain information concerning accommodations if contacted by the Company for an Interview.

As a reminder, all internal employees of Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC must submit a current resume.  External candidates must also submit a current resume.

Southern Ohio Cleanup Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a multi-faucet workforce.  All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law. 

Most positions within the Professional and Technical bargaining unit (P&T Unit) are governed by the respective group Qualification Process or Program, referenced in the P&T Unit collective bargaining agreement (CBA).  If hired into a position that requires meeting a qualification standard, the qualification must be met within the 180 day time frame specified within the group qualification program in order to retain the rate of pay.  Advancement within the group is governed by the respective Advancement Process as defined in the CBA.  Additionally, employees new to the classification shall be considered a probationary employee for the first 180 calendar days.

Required Skills

Active DOE Security clearance or the ability to obtain
Radiological training is required or the ability to obtain
Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software
Basic understanding of federal and state policies and regulations, project policies and requirements
Intermediate interpersonal and communication skills

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements
High School diploma/GED and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education
and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 2 - 5 years.