Laboratory Technician, Shielded Cells

Savannah River National Laboratory and the Shielded Cells Operations group is seeking Laboratory Technicians. Job duties will consist of operating remote-controlled equipment in hot cells to conduct chemical tests on radioactive materials. Operating and controlling manipulators from outside cell to remove metal or chemical materials from shielded containers inside hot cell and places on bench or equipment work station.

Laboratory Technicians are responsible for the cleaning and decontamination of cells during maintenance shutdown. Work requires precision in following the requirements associated with Conduct of Operations, Criticality Safety controls, Radiological controls, and waste management of nuclear materials.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalency with 0-1 years as a radiological worker with hot cell, glovebox, and radiological fume hood operational experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• High school diploma with 3 years as a radiological worker with hot cell, glovebox, and radiological fume hood operational experience.
• Experience in DOE National Laboratory setting and conduct of operations.