Material Balance Area Custodian (MBA Consultant)

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Material Balance Area Custodian (MBA Consultant) opportunity for our customer in Paducah, KY for the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP) Deactivation and Remediation (D&R) project.

Work Location: Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant - Paducah, KY

Job Description:

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience is 4 years
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as strong coordinating skills
• Knowledge of, and experience with, nuclear facility operations
• Knowledge of, and experience with, DOE nuclear facility safety including technical safety requirements, processes and reporting requirements
• Strong Attention to detail
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft software
• DOE “L” or “Q” clearance or ability to obtain a DOE “L” or “Q” clearance

Position Overview
Under limited supervision, performs Material Balance Area (MBA) job functions as assigned by management. Typical job responsibilities include being responsible for all Nuclear Material found within their assigned MBA, including movements into or out of the MBA, and is responsible for ensuring that all material control and accountability policies and procedures are implemented consistently in that MBA.

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:

• Perform duty of MBA Custodian for Accountable Special Nuclear and Other Nuclear Materials handled, transferred, and shipped by FRNP.
• Maintain MBA Custodian Training Qualifications.
• Maintain knowledge of DOE Order requirements related to control of Accountable Nuclear Materials and management of MBAs
• Function as the primary point-of-contact with the NMC&A Group on material control and accountability matters pertaining to the assigned MBA
• Maintain contact with NMC&A and Security groups in the event of an emergency situation in the MBA.
• Work directly with Deactivation, Waste operations, and Facility Operations personnel to ensure understanding of daily authorized work and complete nuclear material transfers as required in support of that work.
• Exercise the authority to refuse the shipment of, receipt of, or possession of NM when such would violate established policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of the quantity, type, and location of NM in the MBA.
• Gather data and process knowledge needed to complete accountability forms.
• Perform radiological calculations when necessary to determine if waste/material/equipment contain reportable quantities of Nuclear Material.
• Oversee the activities of NM handlers and operators in the MBA.
• Complete and sign accountability forms and other documentation required by NMC&A and/or delegate this authority to a trained Alternate MBA custodian.
• Ensure limitations are not violated for material quantity/type/assay placed on the MBA when receiving NM into the MBA.
• Participate in Regulatory, DOE Security, and NMC&A Audits as necessary.
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups.
• Actively participate in Pre-Job meetings and walk downs along with work control reviews.
• Access and monitor components or data in the CCID database

Working Conditions

• Due to the variety of work that is performed by Waste Engineer there may be the potential for work within an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). The following conditions and requirements may apply:
• 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 perform 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, 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.

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 TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a professional and technical services firm supporting the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S., U.K., and Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector businesses involved in high-hazard or complex operations. Edgewater proudly offers expertise in numerous technical disciplines necessary to support operational environments where Integrated Safety Management and formal, disciplined operations are essential to ensure safety, quality, security, and regulatory compliance.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured 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 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.

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