Assoc Radiation Protect Tech

Constellation Energy; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Energy seeks a Radiation Protection Technician to evaluate radiological conditions at the nuclear plant and implement safety measures for workers and the public. You will control access, measure radiation, operate protection equipment, and provide training and oversight to personnel while ensuring compliance with NRC standards.

The role requires college-level science training, ability to read diagrams, and knowledge of reactor operations, with certification requirements and safety

Qualifications

• College-level training in physics, chemistry, radiochemistry and measurement of nuclear radioactivity is required.
• Ability to read diagrams and prints; prepare sketches and reports.
• Knowledge of reactor and power plant operations to analyze problems and perform calculations.
• Ongoing certification/recertification with NRC or industry standards may be required.
• Must pass NRC psychological testing; completion of Radiation Safety Training with Respirator Qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate radiological conditions at the nuclear plant and ensure safety measures.
• Control access to Radiologically Controlled Areas.
• Measure radiation and contamination levels; record data.
• Operate and maintain radiation protection equipment.
• Provide training and oversee personnel; lead crews and manage tasks.
• Process Radiation Work Permits and dosimetry.
• Collect data, run tests, and prepare reports.
• Support procedure development and revision.
• Perform radiological surveys and related tasks; site decon and housekeeping.

Skills

Read diagrams

Prepare sketches

Report writing

Problem analysis

Lead crews

Safety communication

Education

College-level training in physics, chemistry, radiochemistry and measurement of nuclear radioactivity

EPRI Senior Fundamentals Exam (FUN2)

Tools

Radiation protection equipment

Radiation dosimetry devices

Radiation safety training

Job description

WHO WE ARE

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Pay rate: $43.28/ hr

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Evaluate radiological conditions in the nuclear plant and the implementation of the necessary radiological safety measures as they apply to nuclear plant workers and members of the general public.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Control access and egress for Radiologically Controlled Areas.
• Measure radiation and contamination levels and record radiological data.
• Operate and maintain radiation protection equipment.
• Provide radiological support through briefings and surveys/job coverage for normal and emergency situations.
• Provides training and oversight to any personnel and leads crews.
• Process Radiation Work Permits.
• Process personnel dosimetry including issuance and return.
• Collect data, run tests and prepare reports.
• Review and provide input for procedure development and revision.
• Perform Radioactive Material processing, packaging, shipment and transfers including radiological surveys/job coverage, and associated equipment setup, teardown and movements.
• Perform decon, housekeeping, painting, hydrolasing, laundry, shielding activities, and other duties as assigned by the Company.
• Performs emergency response duties as assigned.
• This position requires the completion of a Radiation Protection Technician qualification book.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have satisfactorily completed college level training in the basic concepts of physics, chemistry, radiochemistry and the measurement of nuclear radioactivity and laboratory instruments, and associated math (the applicant may be required to demonstrate this required level of knowledge)
• Must also have ability to read diagrams and prints, be able to prepare acceptable sketches and reports;
• Must have knowledge of reactor and power plant operation sufficient to analyze problems, make necessary calculations.
• Must be able to assign and direct the work of others.
• Must meet the ANSI standard for this position.
• May be subject to certification and recertification with periodic reviews if required by NRC or industry standards.
• Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of this position.
• Must meet requirement of NRC psychological testing regulations.
• May be subject to certification and recertification with periodic reviews if required by NRC or industry standards.
• Must pass a validated aptitude test.
• Must satisfactorily complete Plant Access and Radiation Safety Training including Respirator Qualifications and maintain unescorted access.

Completion of EPRI Senior Fundamentals Exam (FUN2) can be substituted for college level training in the basic concepts of physics, chemistry and associated math.