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Environmental Health Technician

Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

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    Location Niskayuna, New York, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Nov 15, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today! Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is currently looking for a motivated Environmental Health Technician to work in our Radioactive Materials Laboratory (RML)! The RML Operations Unit focuses on supporting the testing capabilities of the laboratory. The laboratory performs examinations of equipment for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. These examinations and test data support new technologies and the fleet. This dynamic environment involves all aspects of nuclear work. The RML Operations Unit is seeking individuals to support and extend our mission. A successful candidate will perform work associated with preparations, assembly, configuration, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of testing and production facilities, consistent with qualifications and assigned job tasks in the RML and as a team member of the Radiological Work Team. The team is responsible for the execution of a wide variety of complex work tasks involving radioactive material and systems. As a national asset, NNL provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as excellent work/life balance and employment stability. Apply today! The candidate will be required to obtain and maintain safety and hygiene skills necessary to execute radiological work per Technical Work Documents. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Journeymans Papers in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. Preferred Skills Current or previous experience working in the nuclear industry in a laboratory setting Current or previous radiological work experience Possesses Advanced Radiological Qualifications (i.e. Qualified Monitor, PRCS, RAM Transporter, Contamination Worker) Ability to perform hands on work to a Technical Work Document Strong mechanical aptitude Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $63,300.00 - $96,900.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and tra

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Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States of America

Naval Nuclear Laboratory promotes a positive culture focused on safety, reliability, and collaboration. They are responsible for the training of personnel operating naval nuclear reactors and ensuring the quality assurance of their projects. Read More

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