Task Qualified Technician NWP - Moab, United States - Northwind Group

Description

Location: Moab, Utah
Title: Task Qualified Technician
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Portage, Inc., is a company that offers consulting and project services to clients on their environmental, engineering, and infrastructure projects. Portage has completed over $1.2 billion of projects focused on investigations, remedial actions, and waste removal for various clients. The company is ISO9001 certified and has a Quality Assurance Program. Portage is based in Idaho Falls, Idaho, with satellite offices nationwide.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Rad Con Task Qualified Technician implements field procedures and aims to become a Radiological Control Technician (RCT) for remote federal project sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement the Radiological Protection Plan;
• Perform air sampling, radiation surveys, and contamination control;
• Conduct radiological surveys and inspections;
• Generate radiological data and reports;
• Provide radiological job coverage;
• Calibrate and repair instruments;
• Coordinate dosimetry services;
• Conduct field inspections after storm events;
• Monitor environmental conditions;

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other environmental duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Complete HAZWOPER training within 180 days of hire.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow procedures and protocols;
• Use different levels of PPE;
• Effective communication skills;
• Work independently on occasion;
• Participate in physically demanding work;

Special Requirements:

• Medically qualified to wear a respirator;
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and climb ladders;
• Pass background check and drug testing;
• Valid driver license;
• Pass U.S. Government background check;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current 40 Hour HAZWOPER qualification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employee must stand, walk, sit, squat, climb, talk, hear, handle, feel, and reach during job duties.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is conducted indoors and outdoors, exposed to varying weather conditions and moderate noise levels. Exposure to mechanical equipment and vehicles may occur.

North Wind offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and tuition reimbursement. The company values employee wellness, development, and work-life balance. For more information, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Proof of citizenship and a Secret clearance may be required for employment.