Radiological Protection Inspector

11-Nov-2025

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

10504BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Radiological Protection

Discipline

Radiological Protection

Career Level

O1

Salary Range

$32.19/hour

Note for Salary

This is the starting salary for this postion. This position offers biannual pay increases for employees that are satisfactorily progressing towards qualification, meeting the company's expectations and standards, and adhering to workplace policies. The maximum pay rate is typically achieved at the career level within two to three years.

Job Family Description

Radiological Protection personnel ensure safety by monitoring, evaluating, and controlling radiation hazards in various environments. They use specialized equipment to detect and measure radiation levels, implement safety protocols to minimize exposure risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, they may provide training to personnel on radiation safety procedures and contribute to emergency response plans related to radiological incidents.

Discipline Description

Provide radiological monitoring of all site activities involving radioactive materials, sources, and radiation generating devices. Interpret and document radiological monitoring data and calculate exposure rates, dose, airborne concentrations, and radioactive environmental releases, and provide instructions for corrective actions when appropriate. Provide guidance to radiological workers and ensure radiological worker compliance with technical work documents.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Provide full and independent workplace guidance and monitoring of all site activities involving radioactive materials. Interpret and document monitoring data and calculate exposure rates, dose, airborne concentrations and radioactive environmental releases.
Work from site policies, procedures, experience and training with minimal guidance and instruction from supervision. Exercise radiological stop-work authority, if needed, when radiological conditions have changed or unforeseen hazards are encountered. Perform radiological control functions using instrumentation to detect and measure radiological conditions; frequently under poor field conditions, such as inadequate lighting and ventilation, and extreme temperatures. Work may involve climbing ladders and scaffolds, walking up/down several flights of stairs, and prolonged standing and walking. Note: The detection and measurement instrumentation includes standard portable radiation and contamination survey instruments, continuous air monitors, area radiation monitors, liquid and air effluent monitors, and counting room instruments. Conduct contamination and radiation surveys associated with radioactive material movements and transfers on-site, shipments off-site, and receipts from off-site. Conduct conditional and unconditional material release surveys. Use radioactivity sampling media such as disc smears, filter papers, and planchets. Perform routine observations and monitoring of radiologically controlled areas to verify there is no migration of contamination and that radiological controls, including postings, are adequate. Audit personnel access into radiologically controlled areas and follow-up on contamination incidents involving personnel and/or facilities. Assist in job preplanning. Recommend appropriate protective clothing and respiratory protection equipment based on pre-work radiation monitoring. Monitor jobs in progress and facility conditions to confirm that protective clothing and equipment requirements are met. Determine and update area radiation exposure rates, contamination levels, and airborne radioactivity levels and post area with appropriate signs and barricades. Establish appropriate control measures in routine, special and emergency situations. Analyze and log sample results. Prepare air, water, soil, and surface smear samples and count activity in accordance with established procedures. Calculate airborne concentrations and environmental releases. Interpret monitoring data and calculate exposure rates, dose, airborne concentrations and environmental releases. Issue the appropriate monitoring dosimeters in accordance with established procedures. Perform source and integrity checks of monitoring equipment to verify proper operation. Perform integrity/leak checks of radioactive sources. Document all survey activities. Wear personal protective equipment/clothing, which may include lab coats, coveralls, cloth hoods, shoe covers, gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, safety shoes, harnesses, snake boots, and respiratory protection equipment (e.g., full-face respirators, SCBAs, fresh air hoods, and plastic suits). Provide technical guidance and assist in training less experienced personnel in home department and other departments. Perform IH survey functions as designated by supervision. Work any shift assignment. Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
Provide full and independent job coverage in all levels of contamination, radiation, and airborne radioactivity levels. Monitor radiological conditions using instruments weighing up to 25 pounds. May involve use of protective clothing and respiratory protection equipment. May involve work in poor field conditions such as inadequate lighting and ventilation, and extreme temperatures. May involve climbing ladders and scaffolds, walking up/down several flights of stairs, and prolonged standing and walking. Document all survey results. Recommend protective clothing and respiratory equipment requirements. Interpret monitoring instruments to calculate rates, dose, airborne radioactivity concentration and environmental release. Issue appropriate dosimeters. Check monitoring equipment to ensure proper operation. Audit personnel access into radiologically controlled areas. Provide technical guidance to management, less experienced personnel and employees performing work. Post radiological work areas with appropriate signs and barricades. Prepare air, water, soil, and surface smear samples and count activity in accordance with established procedures.

Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Required Qualifications

* High School Diploma, GED, or other equivalent State Credential
* Must have a valid state driver's license
* Candidates must have completed ACT WorkKeys Skills Assessment and achieved a minimum score of 2 in Workplace Observation, 3 in Graphic Literacy, 4 in Workplace Documents and 4 in Applied Math or the following WIN Assessments - Work Ready Data Level 2; Work Ready Math Level 3; and Work Ready Reading Level 3
* Test scores must be within the last five years. Official documentation must be provided to the company for consideration of employment. Results must be uploaded into BrassRing on the ATTACHMENTS page at the time the application is submitted online.

We'd Also Like to See

* Associate's degree in relevant field plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training
* A minimum of one-year Radiological Protector Inspector experience at SRS or other DOE sites preferred.
* Previous completion of DOE core training for Radiological Protection Technicians/Inspectors preferred.

Career Band

Operations and Technical Services

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band perform operational, craft or manual tasks according to established procedures and typically require vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience
* Performs operational, maintenance or manual tasks
* Typically requires vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience
* Performs tasks according to established procedures

Career Level Description

Entry level, and works in clearly defined methods and tasks under close supervision.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

19-Nov-2025