Amber Green
Oliver Springs,TN
Summary
Dedicated professional prepared to bring extensive expertise and results-oriented approach to Specialist role. Known for effectively managing tasks and supporting organizational goals through collaborative efforts and adaptive strategies. Recognized for excellent communication and analytical skills, ensuring seamless operations and consistent outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiological Response Specialist
Y-12 Oak Ridge
04.2024 - Current
- Provide radiological fundamental expertise and technical support to programs in GSSP, NNSA, and other government agencies or partners.
- Stay current with domestic and international technological, legal and operational changes that affect the radiological industry, particularly in the area of criminal/terrorist activities against civilian targets and mitigation of exposure and contamination.
- Collaborate with partners who have radioactive materials within domestic and international institutions.
- Create awareness of, develop, and implement improvements to the programs to meet changing mission parameters and requirements.
- Communicate regulations and guidance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and other entities.
- Work with partners by instructing proper techniques and interpretation of radiological detection equipment and protocols for first responders.
- Develop and deploy scenario-driven training.
- Foster collaborative working relationships between Y-12 and partner sites.
- Extensive knowledge of nuclear and radiological missions in one or more of the following: Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Energy, and/or commercial nuclear industry.
- Knowledge of radiation detection technologies as used by the U.S. military and law enforcement agencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Lead Senior Radiological Control Technician
Y-12 Oak Ridge
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Under very limited supervisor, perform monitoring of personnel, work areas, and items leaving radiological areas for the control of exposure from internal and external sources.
- Interact with operation and maintenance supervisors of area assigned, attend morning briefings to go over activates scheduled for the day/week, coordinate Radcon coverage needed in order to support those activities.
- Serve as a point of contact, when directed, for field office, in the absence of the Radcon supervisor.
- Determine appropriate personnel monitoring devices, Anti-C clothing (including respiratory protection) through Radiological Work Permit development, and stay times for radiological workers working with sources of radiation.
- Observe radiological work process: conduct field observations, review area contamination/radiation survey data and air data in order to ensure proper controls are in place. Notify supervisor of abnormal conditions.
- Direct work assignments of RCTs and assist in the training of less experienced RCTs
- Participate in process reviews, walkdowns, incident investigations, as need.
- Participate in Emergency Drills on the Event Response Team.
- Brief tours on Radiological Work Permits and contamination/radiation/airborne levels for areas touring.
- Facilitated effective communication between various departments regarding changes in regulations or requirements that impacted operations involving radioactive materials.
- Enhanced radiological safety by conducting routine surveys and implementing control measures.
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Y-12 Oak Ridge
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Provide RCT support for maintenance and general operations
- Provided support for MCAT project.
- Assist Lead Tech with directing work assignments and assist in training of less experienced techs.
- Fill for Lead Tech when they are out.
- Communicate with operations supervisors about upcoming jobs.
- Attended briefings and walk downs.
- Monitored radiation levels using calibrated instruments to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of radiological control equipment, identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
- Assisted in developing and implementing safety protocols to enhance workplace radiation protection measures.
- Trained new staff on radiological safety procedures and proper use of monitoring equipment.
- Performed data analysis on radiation exposure reports, contributing to continuous improvement efforts in safety practices.
- Supported incident investigations related to radiological events, ensuring thorough documentation and corrective actions were implemented.
- Enhanced radiological safety by conducting routine surveys and implementing control measures.
- Developed training materials focused on best practices for radiological control, enhancing team knowledge and compliance.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive radiological control programs for new facilities or processes, ensuring a strong foundation for safe operations from inception.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for mitigating radiological risks in various work environments.
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Gem Tech (Y-12) Oak Ridge
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Provide RCT support for maintenance and general operations in buildings.
- Provide RCT support for LMR and Temp Power project in 9204-4
- Provided RCT support on demo of buildings 9111 and 9112
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Oak Ridge National Lab Oak Ridge
01.2004 - 01.2015
- Provide Health Physics support to UTB at ORNL.
- Performed continuous and intermittent radiation and contamination job coverage, air monitoring, routine surveys, and building characterizations using TRU limits.
- Provide RCT support for Hot Cell operations and maintenance.
- Provide RCT support for maintenance and general operations in buildings 3025, 3047, and 4508.
- Worked closely with researchers in maintaining their projects ALARA goals.
- Tested instruments daily; prepared/issued radiological work permits; conducted pre-job briefings; and instructed radiological workers in proper work techniques.
- Provided RCT support for maintenance and general operations in buildings 4500N, 4500S, 4508, 5500, and 5505.
- Worked closely with researchers doing Lab clean outs, upgrades and modifications.
- Tested instruments daily; prepared/issued radiological work permits; conducted pre-job briefings; and instructed radiological workers in proper work techniques.
Radiological Control Technician
BNFL Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Perform continuous and intermittent radiation and contamination job coverage while working at the K31/K33/K29.
- Performed routine radiation and contamination surveys of radiological storage areas.
- Applied in-depth knowledge of radiological and environmental regulations/procedures throughout all aspects of clean-up activities.
- Conducted pre-job briefings; tested instruments on a daily basis; and prepared/maintained records of specific job coverage in accordance with BNFL Inc. procedures.
- Provided strong guidance in managing project operations to ensure compliance with radiological, and health and safety controls.
- Provided training on proper work techniques to individuals and groups of radiological workers
- Monitored radiation levels using dosimetry equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of radiological areas, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures.
- Maintained detailed records of radiological surveys and incident reports for regulatory compliance.
- Utilized personal protective equipment (PPE) effectively, promoting safe work habits among team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School/Family Christian Academy
Rhea County, TN01.1997
Skills
- Customer relations
- Expert problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Documentation management
- Advanced communication
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
CLEARANCE
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Timeline
Radiological Response Specialist
Y-12 Oak Ridge
04.2024 - Current
Lead Senior Radiological Control Technician
Y-12 Oak Ridge
06.2021 - 04.2024
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Y-12 Oak Ridge
05.2016 - 06.2021
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Gem Tech (Y-12) Oak Ridge
05.2016 - 10.2019
Senior Radiological Control Technician
Oak Ridge National Lab Oak Ridge
01.2004 - 01.2015
Radiological Control Technician
BNFL Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
Rhea County High School/Family Christian Academy
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