Industrial Hygienist I, II, and III

Edgewater is seeking qualified candidates for Industrial Hygienist I, II, and III opportunities for our customer in Paducah, KY for the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP) Deactivation and Remediation (D&R) project.

Number of Positions: up to 7

Work Location: Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant - Paducah, KY

Work Schedule: Candidates must be willing to work 2nd shift starting in April/May of 2023, Monday – Thursday, 8:00PM – 6:30AM with possibility for OT

Scope of Work:

These S&H/IH employees will provide support for S&D crews at C-333 including safety oversight and air monitoring to evaluate hazards and controls sets.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS and 3-8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is a plus.
• US Citizenship Required
• Must be able to obtain a DOE L security clearance, if requested

• Radiological training is required
• Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software
• Strong understanding of federal and state policies and regulations, project policies and requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs tasks within the industrial and hygiene job functions as assigned by management. 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:

• Participates in monitoring the company's health standards in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; evaluates and interprets current regulations and assists in compliance
• Makes recommendations for changes in the work environment based on interpretations and principles of professional I/H practices
• Very proficient in all standard Industrial Hygiene tasks
• May provide leadership to less experienced industrial hygienists and technicians
• May act as lead person or technical expert on small to medium projects
• May be assigned special projects
• Independently determines and develops approaches and solutions to problems
• Assists others in developing and implementing programs for monitoring and preventing chemical, physical and biological hazards in project work areas
• Maintains data in various data capture systems
• Assists in generating reports, charts and spreadsheets as needed
• Provides technical, administrative and/or functional support to the Industrial Hygiene team
• Perform duties general/routine to moderately complex 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

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 or 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, nonrepetitive, 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.)
• In some cases radiological training may be required.
• 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.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.Edgewatertech.net/careers.

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so.

We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER

Edgewater offers the opportunity to structure benefit packages to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401(k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.