Health Physics Tech

Central Plateau Cleanup Company; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 52,299,206 - 74,711,380; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Central Plateau Cleanup Company in Richland, WA is seeking a Health Physics Tech to provide contamination and radiation exposure control. You will perform and direct surveys, work with radiation detection equipment, and participate in area-specific programs.

Must certify and maintain RCT certification; project assignments may vary within the CPCCo group. This is a regular, full-time position with competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide contamination and radiation exposure control.
• Perform or direct surveys where procedures are not established or conditions are unusual.
• Assist in preparation of radiation control documents such as RWP's, AMW's, etc.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)

Jul 28, 2026

External Job Opportunity

Title Health Physics Tech

Position Number 41352

Company Central Plateau Cleanup Comp

City/State Richland, WA

Location CPCCo Project

Posted 07/28/2026

Closes 08/07/2026

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

Provide contamination and radiation exposure control. Perform or direct surveys where procedures have not been established or where unusual conditions are present or expected. Duties may include working with routine and/or special detection equipment.

As assigned by Management: perform special studies in the evaluation of radiological protection for personnel, environmental, or plant areas; participate in area specific radiation worker qualification and requalification programs; prepare and maintain records and documentation as appropriate; and provide assistance in the preparation of radiation control documents such as RWP's, AMW's, etc. May direct and train others.

Must certify and maintain RCT certification in accordance with the terms of Part 5 Training and Certification Program.

*Please note that this position is subject to any project within the supervisory work group*

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

• NRRPT Certification, ANSI3.1 qualified or academic degree in Health Physics or Nuclear Technology.
• At least one year of experience working in radiological environment.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.

Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):

Starting hourly rate ranges from $37.964 to $54.233, depending on previous experience and education per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Step increases occur every 6 months until pay reaches top of the scale.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.

CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers

An additional benefit/perk you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, includes a standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification HAMTC

Shift Work Required No

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