Physical Science Technician
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Job Location:
Kittery, ME - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 63592 - 111352
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
GS-10: $85659 - $111352
GS-9: $77785 - $101119
GS-8: $70425 - $91559
GS-7: $63592 - $82674
- You will serve as a PHYSICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN in the RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING DIVISION (CODE 105.3) of the RADIOLOGICAL CONTROL OFFICE (CODE 105) located in KITTERY ME.
- You will overhaul and refuel nuclear powered vessels in a wide range of radiological control operations.
- You will assure adherence to radiological control requirements for assignments which involve numerous processes in several high skill level trades.
- You will serve as a major radiological control representative in dry run planning practice or mock-up sessions in preparation for major repairs and overhaul or refueling operations.
- You will take charge of response to radiation related emergencies and incidents until replaced by a senior radiological control supervisor or manager.
Conditions of employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD) the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
- This is a bargaining unit position.
- You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes dust heat ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
- You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets gloves coveralls glasses goggles respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
- This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
- This position is subject to work an uncommon tour including nights weekends and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
- This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
Qualifications
GS-10: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
- Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of radiological control practices and requirements together with knowledge of various processes in several trades sufficient to monitor and control serval phases of refueling and primary systems components replacement; suggests radiological improvement to local procedures; and controls complex incidents.
- Experience applying an intensive knowledge of the principles theories techniques and methodologies for the surveillance of nuclear propulsion plant work processes control of radioactive material and control of radiation exposure and radioactive contamination.
- Experience applying a practical knowledge of and experience in the proper technical application of radiological principles techniques and methodologies of surveillance necessary to control deviations from proper work processes and procedures.
- Experience applying a detailed knowledge of potential radiological control casualty situations and of the appropriate corrective or mitigating action which must be taken.
- Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of radiological control practices and requirements together with knowledge of various processes in several trades sufficient to monitor and control serval phases of refueling and primary systems components replacement; suggests radiological improvement to local procedures; and controls complex incidents.
- Experience applying a detailed knowledge of the function nomenclature location and physical structure of naval nuclear propulsion plants in naval vessels and their support systems. This includes a detailed knowledge of both physical and structural similarities and differences between propulsion plants and practical knowledge of plant systems and components which interface or do not interface with the remaining systems and components.
- Experience preventing and controlling incidents and accidents during complicated operations. Skilled in determining directing and controlling the activities of all personnel disposition of effects of the emergency during potentially complex emergency situations.
- Experience providing the full range of radiological control service for a wide variety of operations in industrial or other work.
- Experience applying knowledge of a wide range of radiological control practices and requirements together with knowledge of various processes in several trades sufficient to monitor and control serval phases of refueling and primary systems components replacement; suggests radiological improvement to local procedures; and controls complex incidents.
- Experience demonstrating ability to determine the cause of serious incidents and solve radiological control problems that lower grade technicians cannot solve.
- Experience reviewing work procedures in the various high level trades and test procedures on radioactive systems for radiological implications.
- Experience appraising work procedures and recommending more efficient and safe methods for radiation/contamination related evolutions.
- Experience applying knowledge of a wide range of radiological control practices and requirements together with knowledge of various processes in several trades sufficient to monitor and control serval phases of refueling and primary systems components replacement; suggests radiological improvement to local procedures; and controls complex incidents.
- Experience reviewing local radiological control practices and procedures to include determining deficiencies in the actions taken by Radiological Control Technicians or other personnel and making recommendations as to needed changes or additions in training radiological procedures or work practices.
- Experience documenting deficiencies in writing reports and assessments and a rudimentary understanding of casual analysis and problem solving.
- Experience being qualified in multiple programs and processes as a Radiological Control Technician and maintaining those qualifications
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: http:// and refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Applicants may substitute the following education for the required experience provided it demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position: This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
GS-10: NOT APPLICABLE
GS-9:
Successful completion of a masters degree
OR
Successful completion of two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a masters degree
GS-8:
Successful completion of one and a half years of graduate education leading to a masters degree
GS-7:
Successful completion of one full year of graduate level education
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be combined to meet the total qualification requirements.
If you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title semester/quarter hours and grade/degree earned) in your resume.
IF CLAIMING EDUCATION FAILURE TO SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS/ITEMIZED LIST WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. See OPMs General Policies for information on crediting education.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying for further information visit: information
Work involves performing work operations in lifts on staging in ships in dry-docks and under adverse weather conditions which require significant attention to personnel safety. Work involves frequent strenuous activities such as climbing vertical ladders staging or scaffolding in dry-docks and vessel areas; working in cramped quarters undergoing repair; and working in areas where footing may be insecure. Work requires long intervals of sitting and intense concentration for maintaining radiological controls. Lighter activities such as lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds; frequent bending reaching stooping and crouching; and walking over rough areas also are performed.
Incumbent may be assigned to work areas where certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. These agents may include but are not limited to fumes dust noise heat ionizing and non-ionizing radiation chemicals.
Incumbent is responsible for following and enforcing all established safety rules and requirements staying informed of all safety and health requirements pertinent to his/her work assignments ensuring all applicable safety equipment is available for task assignment and taking prompt corrective action to abate hazardous workplace conditions. The incumbent must ensure that all requirements and guidance pertinent to the storage use and disposal of hazardous materials are fully understood and followed by the workforce.
Overtime may be required to support the radiological controls department as needed. Work may require some travel.
Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.
If selected below the full performance level you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
Several vacancies may be filled.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However if you claim veterans preference you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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