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Laboratory Technician I

Richland, WA 99354

Posted: 11/22/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Other Job Number: 625815 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Description:
The purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the Fitness for Duty (FFD) program during the Columbia Generating Station Outages. This position encompasses the collection of breath and urine specimens and maintenance of documentation in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26, Federal and State regulatory guidelines as required by NRC, OSHA, HHS, and WAC.

Provide technical support in the collection, processing, documentation, and handling of urine and breath specimens. Collect and process urine samples for analysis in accordance with established procedures. Perform analysis of breath samples to include analysis of data. Maintain FFD equipment and perform limited troubleshooting of instruments. Provide technical support in the operation, performance, and accuracy checks of the testing equipment in accordance with the manufacturers’ specifications. Maintain required certifications under 10 CFR Part 26 qualifications and responsibilities for urine and breath alcohol testing.

Principal Accountabilities: 
  • The purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the Fitness for Duty (FFD) program during the Columbia Generating Station Outages. This position encompasses the collection of breath and urine specimens and maintenance of documentation in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26, Federal and State regulatory guidelines as required by NRC, OSHA, HHS, and WAC.
  • Provide technical support in the collection, processing, documentation, and handling of urine and breath specimens. Collect and process urine samples for analysis in accordance with established procedures. Perform analysis of breath samples to include analysis of data. Maintain FFD equipment and perform limited troubleshooting of instruments. Provide technical support in the operation, performance, and accuracy checks of the testing equipment in accordance with the manufacturers’ specifications. Maintain required certifications under 10 CFR Part 26 qualifications and responsibilities for urine and breath alcohol testing.
  • Maintain FFD collection and testing facility supplies, equipment, and record systems. Assure that strict confidentiality is in place at all times.
  • Effective communications and human relations skills and the ability to discreetly handle sensitive/confidential information.
  • Strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and be proficient in the use of personal computer hardware, software, and various applications.
  • Must have the ability to work under critical deadlines and stressful conditions.
  • Ability to pass background elements required under 10 CFR Part 26.
Required Education & Experience: 
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Must be trainable to a broad based knowledge of all aspects of collection and processing of specimens for drugs and alcohol in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 and Fitness for Duty Instructions. Must be skilled in basic computer software packages including MS Office, and a knowledge of advanced software may be required.

Required Abilities & Skills: 
Effective communications and human relations skills and the ability to discreetly handle sensitive/confidential information.
Strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and be proficient in the use of personal computer hardware, software, and various applications.
Must have the ability to work under critical deadlines and stressful conditions.
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to Columbia Generating Station.
In house training provided.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.