Radiation Safety Technician Position Available

[Doug Smiley <smileydc@mail.vt.edu>]

RADIATION SAFETY TECHNICIAN  (4203B)  Environmental Health & Safety Services

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)

Inspects laboratories involved in radioisotope and X-ray equipment usage for
compliance with University, State & NRC regulations.  Removes radioactive
waste from laboratories and properly packages waste.  Provides emergency
response assistance.  Receives and delivers new packages of radioactive
material.  Participates as a member of a continuous process improvement team. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  Valid driver's license, Associates Degree  in
sciences or related area or equivalent training and experience; working
knowledge of radiological principles and operational characteristics of
radiological equipment; demonstrated skill in operation of radiation
detection and measurement equipment; ability to weigh factors in decision
making process; effective oral and written communication skills;  good
mathematical ability;  ability to safely move and handle 45 lbs. unassisted;
some knowledge of computers and software. 

WITH PREFERENCE GIVEN FOR:  Working knowledge of radiation standards and
regulations; experience maintaining mechanical, electrical, and electronic
equipment; experience in a technical position; working knowledge of
computers and software; familiarity with the Virginia Tech campus;
experience in radiation safety or laboratory experience involving
radioactive material.  FULL-TIME POSITION.  Position ends on 6/30/97,
renewed yearly. Application deadline:  July 12.  

Call (540)231-5301 (voice) or (540)231-6258 (TDD) or visit any VA Employment
Commission office to obtain a state application.  Return application (resume
also suggested) to:  Personnel Services, First Floor Southgate Ctr.,
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0318 by 5 PM Friday, July 12.  Refer to job no. 4203B.
Normal Starting Pay:  $20,976.  Individuals with disabilities desiring
accommodation in the application process, please call by the application
deadline.  AN EO/AA EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY.

Questions or application requests can also be received by e-mail request to:
PRICEVS@VT.EDU  or PCARVER@VT.EDU.

Questions may also be directed to the Virginia Tech Radiation Safety Officer
at SMILEYDC@VT.EDU.



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Douglas C. Smiley                Phone:  (540)231-5364
Radiation Safety Officer         FAX:    (540)231-3944
Virginia Tech                    E-Mail: SMILEYDC@VT.EDU 
Radiation Safety Office
Bldg. 459, Tech Center Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0423