Transuranic Waste Visual Examination Professional - Security Clearance Required

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Transuranic Waste Visual Examination Professional to work in our Waste Management Program department.

Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our MFC facility with every Friday off.

You will provide visual examination oversight for the BEA Transuranic Waste Program, ensuring compliant waste characterization, storage, and disposal of legacy and new generation transuranic waste.

You will report to the manager for the Waste Management Program department.

Responsibilities Include :

• Ensure visual examination characterization activities are conducted following procedural and regulatory requirements.
• Sort TRU waste from other waste types.
• Identify, improve, and dispose of prohibited items.
• Complete and maintain waste container documentation.
• Approve waste characterization records.
• Work with the BEA Transuranic Waste Program, Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) operations, Waste Generator Services (WGS), Advanced Mixed Waste Treatment Project (AMWTP), Central Characterization Project (CCP), and other personnel to resolve TRU waste characterization issues.
• Manage conditions and corrective actions within the issues management system.
• Conduct programmatic assessments and respond to programmatic audit findings.
• Shut down any visual examination (VE) characterization process that is not compliant with procedures or regulatory requirements.
• Complete all training to maintain the VE Expert qualification requirements.
• Provide in-person classroom instruction to students acquiring the Waste Examination Operator qualification in classrooms of 5 students or more.
• Update Waste Examination Operator qualification training materials in accordance with the training organization requirements.

Minimum Requirements :

• Level 2 : Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or science discipline, such as waste management, chemistry, physics, environmental sciences, and 2 years of experience or Master’s and 0 years of experience.
• Level 3 : Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or science discipline, such as waste management, chemistry, physics, environmental sciences, and 5 years of experience or Master’s and 2 years of experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Job Information :

• The pay range for this position is : Level 2 ($63,528 - $130,284) / Level 3 ($75,804 - $155,496). 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.

Benefits and Relocation

• 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.

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 5,000 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.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

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 www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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