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Student at Shelley Adult Training Academy demonstrates how radiological testing equipment works
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SHELLEY – Eighteen students are graduating from the Shelley Adult Training Academy next week to pursue a career as radiological control technicians in the nuclear industry.
The school at 670 North State Street provides a three-month curriculum that allows students to become certified to work at any Department of Energy or Nuclear Regulatory Commission facility.
Ted Tamiguchi is one of three instructors at the school. In an interview with EastIdahoNews.com, he explains that an RCT’s job is to ensure that radiological issues don’t get out of hand.
“They’re monitoring (employees) to make sure they’re following (proper) work practices, as well as taking surveys to verify what the radiation levels are and any airborne contaminants,” Tamiguchi says. “They’re kind of like the safety crew.”
Over the years, many students have gotten work at the Idaho National Lab. But there are hundreds of nuclear facilities across the country where graduates can seek employment.
Tyler Pierce of Idaho Falls is among the group of graduates. He’s been working at the INL for the last several years. He enrolled in the academy to broaden his area of expertise.
“It’s work that requires a little bit of certification and practice and it’s opening some doors for me that I’m excited to look in to,” Pierce says.
Although there are jobs in this capacity at the INL, Pierce says his wife has family back east and he’s considering getting a job out there.
He’s enjoyed his experience and the interaction with instructors. He demonstrates how some of the radiological testing equipment works in the video above.
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