Instrument technician Jobs in Columbus, OH

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Work Locations

EMA - EOC - JDF2855 W Dublin-Granville RoadColumbus43235

Organization

Public SafetyClassified Indicator : ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule

Full-timeWork Hours : See BelowCompensation : $23.49 per hour

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Primary Job Skill

Electrical EngineeringTechnical Skills : Electrical EngineeringProfessional Skills : Attention to DetailRadiological Instrument Technician 2 (2 positions)(240002ZF)

Job Duties

About Us :

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio’s motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

What You’ll Do :

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management Agency

Report In Location : 2855 W. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235

Work Hours : 7 : 00AM to 4 : 00PM (Subject to 24-hour call)

Under the direction of the Radiological Instrument Service Manager; independently repairs, services, & calibrates electronic radiation detection & monitoring equipment (, radiation detectors, person-al electronic dosimeters & pocket ion chamber dosimeters).

Performs electronic radiation detection & monitoring equipment maintenance & repair; Keeps records of the field exchange & inspection of radiological detection equipment throughout the state; Assists in the wipe testing of the Cobalt 60 Training Source Sets & the Cesium 137 Calibration Sources.

Assists supervisor in maintaining current inventory & an adequate stock of repair parts on hand to remain operational; Assists County EMA directors with radiation detection equipment needs; Maintains inventory records on the location of radiological equipment.

Assists the Radiological Instrument Service Manager & higher-level radiological instrument technicians in developing & conducting radio-logical training presentations for personnel from state & county Emergency Management agencies & various radiological emergency responders, in the use, inspection & operability checks of radiation detection instruments & related equipment.

Acts as a member of the State Radiological Emergency Response Team by gathering samples & measuring radiation exposure at the incident site; Advises safety services personnel of actions to take in order to protect the public from radiation exposures.

What’s in it for you :

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our ! Our benefits package includes :

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Time Away From Work and Work / Life Balance

Employee Development Funds

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

Deferred Compensation

Qualifications

36 mos. exp. in electronics which included at least 12 mos. exp. in using radiation detection instruments, practicing radiation safety & in training of others in radiation safety & procedures / techniques for testing, calibration, repair & maintenance of radiological detection & monitoring instruments; 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in inventory control; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in public relations; valid driver's license.

Job Skills : Electrical Engineering

Technical Skills : Electrical Engineering

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana / non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

SKILL :   Skilled Trade (electronics, half-life calibration); Equipment Operations.

ABILITY :   Recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action; carry out instructions in written, oral or picture form; deal with problems involving several variables in familiar context; understand practical field of study (electronics); define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals & manuals; deal with non-verbal symbols in formulas, equations or graphs; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; recognize safety warnings; understand manuals & verbal instructions, technical in nature; use proper research methods in gathering data; complete routine forms; maintain accurate records; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Travel may be required; may be required to be on call 24 hrs., 7 days per week.

This position may be filled by lay-off or certification eligibility list if applicable

Valid driver’s license to operate a state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation

This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable