Apprentice III, Intermediate, Journeyman Chemistry Technician

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

JOB TITLE: Apprentice III, Intermediate, Journeyman Chemistry Technician
REQUISITION: NUC00C9
DEPARTMENT: Chemistry
LOCATION: Burlington, KS - Wolf Creek - Olive Ann Beech
PAY RANGE:
Apprentice III - $39.93
Intermediate - $47.91
Journeyman - $53.23

APPRENTICE III CHEMISTRY

POSITION SUMMARY
Apprentice IIIs are typically entry-level positions for Chemistry based on previous experience and qualifications. Technicians at this level are expected to successfully complete initial classroom and on the job training. These technicians also perform sampling and analysis and may work shift to facilitate training.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Successfully complete all initial/fundamental Chemistry technician training.
* Perform day-to-day sampling and analyses per appropriate documentation as required for Technical Specifications, Radiological Release, Environmental Release, Operational requirements, and others as requested.
* Timely reporting of data acquired from analysis including, but not limited to, any deviations or deficiencies, to the Supervisor Chemistry/Master Chemistry Technician.
* Assist in maintaining procedures noting any needed changes.
* Ensure equipment and logs are in good order.
* Prepare Radioactive Release Permits.
* Technician positions stand shift when assigned on a rotation basis to work on shift technician's qualifications per training program.
* Participate in pre-job briefings and be prepared for discussion on, but not limited to, safety precautions, procedures to be used, work to be performed, and any potential problems.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervision/management.

INTERMEDIATE AND JOURNEYMAN CHEMISTRY TECHNICIAN

POSITION SUMMARY
Intermediate and Journeyman Chemistry Technician's typically work shift to support 24-hour coverage for the plant. They perform sampling and analysis on a routine basis. Additional activities may include procedure revisions and OJT/TPE.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Perform duties that require a detailed knowledge and understanding of plant and laboratory operations to include evaluations, procedure development, and planning and scheduling.
* Perform day-to-day sampling and analyses with appropriate documentation, which is required for Technical Specifications, Radiological Release, Environmental Release, and operational requirements.
* Coordinate work with Control Room, Work Control Center, and other departments as needed.
* Report data acquired from analyses in a timely manner. Report any deviations or deficiencies to supervision or Master Chemistry Technicians.
* Assist in maintaining procedures such as writing new procedures and revising procedures.
* Ensure equipment and logs are in good order.
* Maintain laboratory instrumentation including routine maintenance, calibrations, and repairs. Prepare Radioactive Release Permits.
* Participate in site training programs to establish and maintain qualifications. This includes attending classroom and laboratory training and completing qualifications in conjunction with the On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Task Performance Evaluations (TPE) process. Act as an OJT Instructor and assist with training as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
* Stand shift on rotation as assigned.
* Participate in self-assessments and attend meetings as assigned. Participate and conduct pre-job briefings as required.
* Journeyman Technician positions will maintain shift technician qualifications per the training program.
* Intermediate Technician positions will complete shift technician qualifications per the training program.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervision/management.

REQUIREMENTS - CHEMISTRY APPRENTICE III

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
* This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
* The Apprentice III requires: 1) one year experience as an Apprentice II in Chemistry or 2) 7 years experience in a technical capacity or 3) a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field.
* Relevant technical capacity is defined as experience in a lab performing sampling and analysis.
* Relevant science field is defined as chemistry, biology, physics, etc.

COGNITIVE SKILLS (language, mathematics, reasoning):
* This position requires the ability to: read and interpret documents such as procedures, safety rules, pre-job briefs and radiation work permits (RWPs); write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively to customers or employees of the organization.
* This position requires the ability to: apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations; apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
* This position requires the ability to: apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases; deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

NOISE:
* This position requires the ability to work in moderately noisy environments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* This position requires performance of duties as a member of the Emergency Response Organization.
* This position requires a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

REQUIREMENTS - INTERMEDIATE AND JOURNEYMAN CHEMISTRY TECHNICIAN

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Regulatory Requirements:
Regulatory Requirement: Tech Spec 5.3.1 [ANSI/ANS 3.1-1978] (underlined words are defined in referenced ANSI standard). Please contact Licensing prior to deviating from these requirements or if you have questions.

* The individuals fulfilling the function of journeyman level Chemistry Technicians shall satisfy at least one of the following two requirements:
Requirement 1:
* Three years working experience in the field of chemistry, of which one year should be related technical training.
Requirement 2:
* Five years experience in chemistry, of which one year shall be in radiochemistry at an operating nuclear power plant. Two years of this five years experience shall be related technical training. A maximum of four years of this five years experience may be fulfilled by related technical or academic training.

Additional WCNOC Requirements:

* The Intermediate Chemistry Technician requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and/or an Associate Degree and/or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science field with two years nuclear power experience qualified in Chemistry and/or Radiochemistry.
* A Journeyman Chemistry Technician requires one year experience as an Apprentice III in Chemistry.
* Relevant science field is defined as chemistry, biology, physics, etc.

COGNITIVE SKILLS (language, mathematics, reasoning):
* This position requires the ability to: read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from managers or other departments.
* This position requires the ability to: apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations; apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.
* This position requires the ability to: apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases; deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

NOISE:
* This position requires the ability to work in moderately noisy environments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* This position requires performance of duties as a member of the Emergency Response Organization.
* This position requires a satisfactory work record including good attendance.