EHS Technician

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications.  For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

 

Position Overview:

As our Environmental, Safety and Health (EHS) Technician, you will report directly to the Sr. Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety and will perform routine duties within the EHS team including observation of personnel, processes, and operations, reporting safety concerns immediately, escalating potential safety or environment issues and will work closely with the NOGJ EHS team and teams from other departments/areas to maintain and promote a safe work environment.  This position is a night shift position (2nd or 3rd shift). 

 

Location:

Jonesborough, TN

 

Your Day to Day as an Environmental, Safety and Health Technician:

• Perform various forms of radiation monitoring and interpret results

 

• Perform various forms of air and water sampling and interpret results

 

• Ensure the proper operation of ventilation systems and monitoring equipment/process

 

• Ensure that all personnel are properly wearing and utilizing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required for their operation or area of work

 

• Perform personnel monitoring including but not limited to urinalysis testing, in-vivo lung counts, TLD, ring badges and various other monitoring equipment

 

• Observe and evaluate activities and make recommendations to improve both radiological and industrial safety aspects

 

• Promote industrial health and safety by mitigating hazards through evaluation of work activities and conditions

 

• Promote the As Low as Reasonably Allowable (ALARA) philosophy in all operations

 

• Assist in conducting hazard analysis on existing and proposed processes and equipment

 

• Assist in multiple programs related to Low Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW) waste preparation and shipment, industrial hygiene, safety, and radiation programs

 

• Assist in the coordination of spill prevention and spill response activities

 

• Assist other EHS Technicians/Specialists as needed

 

• Shut down operations if immediate safety hazard is identified

 

• Engage in direct interactions with supervisors/managers and other employees as related to EHS matters

 

• Provide and require additional protective clothing or equipment based on observations and evaluation data and require additional personnel monitoring, if necessary.

 

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

 

• College or Advanced Courses in EHS field