Advanced Technologies & Laboratories International, Inc. (ATL) is hiring for services in support of our partnership with Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO) Central Characterization Program (CCP). ATL will perform safe and compliant waste characterization and certification activities at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The purpose of the waste characterization is to confirm the Acceptable Knowledge (AK) of national defense-generated Contact-Handled (CH) Transuranic (TRU), and CH Mixed TRU Waste.

This position is for a Visual Examination Operator, who will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining qualifications as CCP VEO1 – VEO2. (Shift: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

• Performs high-quality visual examination of all waste slated for transport to the WIPP facility following the conduct of operations policies and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of Visual Waste Characterization (TRU mixed waste), applicable Acceptable Knowledge, Data Quality Objectives, and all associated documentation.
• Completes and reviews examination documentation with 100% accuracy (BDRs, NCRs, ITRs).
• Strict compliance to documented procedures, including meeting operational and procedural training requirements to remain qualified.
• Provides problem resolution to improve VE results and quality/quantity improvements.
• Demonstrates effective teamwork with peers, supervisors, managers, clients, service organizations, and external entities, including providing sound judgment and issue resolution in both business and technical areas.
• Experienced working in radiological laboratories and facilities.
• Follows site and facility security requirements.
• Adheres to safety requirements and promotes a safe workplace.
• Demonstrates effective business and technical verbal and writing skills.
• Inputs critical data into computer systems.
• Must be flexible to take on variety of duties and assignments as requested or assigned.

• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Knowledge of site and facility security requirements.
• Experienced working in radiological laboratories and facilities.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and promotes a safe workplace.
• Effective business and technical verbal and writing skills and teamwork skills.
• Proven computer skills and experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with two (2) years of experience.
• One (1) year of experience at a DOE Nuclear Facility and with waste management or similar hazardous materials.

• Current Human Reliability Program (HRP) or current enrollment in HRP in support of Visual Examination packaging operations under the CCP certified program including data generation level review of TRU Waste.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.