Position Description

Industrial Hygiene Tech
Location Oak Ridge, TN
Job Code 3845
# of openings 1
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Spectra Tech, Inc is immediately looking to fill an Industrial Hygiene Technician position for Oak Ridge, TN. 

 

Position Overview
Under direct supervision, entry level position, performs limited IH job functions as assigned by management. Typical job 
responsibilities are to assist and support Senior IH Technicians, IH Technician Leads, supervision 
and management  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:

Provides assigned technical, administrative or functional support to the management team  Performs 
assigned tasks according to detailed instructions and established policies and procedures Analyze 
data, within a limited scope, and compare readings with pre-determined limits
Assists in processing basic industrial hygiene analyses
Performs routine calculations according to specific guidelines and formulas Assists in generating 
reports, charts and spreadsheets as needed Provides administrative and/or functional support to the 
IH team
Perform duties of general/routine complexity 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

Minimum Requirements
High School diploma/GED and 1 year  of  related experience,  or  an  equivalent combination  of  
education and experience is required.  
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

FUNCTIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW
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 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, non- 
repetitive, 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.

 

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