Physical Science Technician

What you would do

• Conduct air, water, and surface radiation surveys in shipyard areas.
• Check deviations from normal or expected radiation levels.
• Carry out radiological control (RADCON) procedures for storing and moving small amounts of nuclear waste.
• Monitor storage and transport of contaminated equipment.
• Recommend changes to work plans to improve radiation controls and reduce exposure.

Do you qualify for GS-4 to GS-10?

With experience: GS-04 requires six months of general experience and six months of specialized experience in radiological control operations, equal to GS-03. GS-05 through GS-08 require one year of specialized experience (work in radiological control operations) equal to the next lower grade, and GS-09 and GS-10 require one year of professional specialized experience equal to the next lower grade.

With education: Education can count instead of some or all experience at GS-04, GS-05, GS-07, and GS-09. GS-04 accepts two years of college with at least 12 semester hours in courses such as physical science, engineering, or math. GS-05 accepts a 4-year bachelor's degree with major study in physical science, or at least 24 semester hours in those courses, or a mix of education and experience. GS-07 accepts one year of graduate school directly related to the job, and GS-09 accepts two full years of graduate school or a master's degree directly related to the job, or a mix with experience. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

How to apply well

What to send:

• Complete resume of no more than 2 pages showing job titles, duties, employer names, start and end dates (month/year), and hours per week
• Official or unofficial transcript, or list of courses, grades, and completion dates, if using education to qualify
• Copy of any license, certificate, or professional membership you claim
• DD-214 for each period of service if claiming veterans' preference
• SF-15 and disability documentation if claiming 10-point veterans' preference
• Statement of service on command letterhead if you are an active duty service member

How you will be rated: Human Resources reviews your resume and supporting documents against the listed minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager, and interviews may be held. Missing information, unreadable resumes, or inflated qualifications can make you ineligible.

Tips for this job:

• Send your resume and documents by email to phns_c105_recruit@us.navy.mil by the closing date; faxed applications are not considered.
• List hours per week and exact start and end dates for each job, since missing details can lower or remove your rating.
• If you use education to qualify, attach a transcript or course list showing semester hours, and attach a DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Shift work is required, with uncommon tours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime or night differential pay and unusual duty hours may apply.

Conditions of employment:

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Must join the direct deposit pay program
• New Navy employees must pass E-Verify employment check
• Retired military members face special appointment rules within 180 days of retirement
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Must pass a pre-appointment physical exam
• Must obtain and keep a Secret security clearance before starting work
• May need to wear protective gear such as helmets, gloves, and respirators for the whole shift
• Works around radiation, fumes, dust, and chemicals; must join medical surveillance programs
• May travel within the U.S. and overseas, including remote sites, on military and commercial aircraft
• Mission Essential position; must help keep operations running
• Exposure to high noise levels
• Tentative job offer can be withdrawn if pre-employment steps are not met

Job details

Salary

$43,797 – $98,995 per year

Pay scale and grade

GS-4 to GS-10 · General Schedule

Location

Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Openings

10

Security clearance

Secret

Travel

Occasional travel

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

No

Occupation

Physical Science Technician (1311)

Announcement

DE-12842576-26-PSD