Health Physics Technician (HPT)

Valar Atomics; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equity opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Valar Atomics is looking for a skilled HPT in Orangeville, Utah, to provide high-quality radiological support to operations and maintenance teams. The role involves performing radiological surveys, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supporting emergency response efforts. Candidates should hold an Associate’s degree or equivalent qualifications, with proficiency in health physics instruments. Valar Atomics offers a mission-driven work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (or higher) in Health Physics, Radiation Protection, or a related science required.
• Proficiency in performing radiological surveys for alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation.
• Strong understanding of 10 CFR 835 principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive radiological surveys to characterize facility conditions.
• Provide coverage for radiological work and stop work when conditions change.
• Generate accurate, legible, and detailed survey records.

Skills

Proficiency in performing radiological surveys

Proficiency in performing contamination surveys

Technical proficiency with health physics instruments

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in Health Physics or related science

High School Diploma and formal HPT qualification

Current NRRPT certification

Tools

Ion chambers

GM frisker-meters

Air samplers

Job description

We are looking for a skilled HPT to provide high-quality radiological support to our operations and maintenance teams. You won't just be a surveyor; you will be a partner in executing work safely. You will be responsible for characterizing hazards, implementing controls, and ensuring that every worker goes home safe.

What You’ll Do

• Field Operations: Perform comprehensive radiological surveys (radiation, contamination, airborne) to characterize facility conditions.
• Job Coverage: Provide continuous or intermittent coverage for radiological work, ensuring workers adhere to RWP requirements and stopping work when conditions change.
• Control & Posting: Establish and maintain radiological postings and access controls. Manage the issue and return of dosimetry and PPE.
• Instrumentation: Perform daily operability checks and routine maintenance on portable and fixed radiation detection instruments.
• Emergency Response: Serve as a member of the emergency response team, providing rapid radiological assessment during off-normal events.
• Documentation: Generate accurate, legible, and detailed survey records and logs that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.

Who You Are

• Vigilant: You have a questioning attitude and a keen eye for detail. You notice changes in the plant environment before they become problems.
• Principled: You have the integrity to stop work when it's unsafe, regardless of schedule pressure.
• Hands‑On: You are comfortable working in the field, wearing PPE, and using tools.
• Team Player: You work effectively with operations, maintenance, and engineering to get the job done safely.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree (or higher) in Health Physics, Radiation Protection, or a related science.
  • OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND documented completion of a formal, recognized HPT qualification program (e.g., U.S. Navy ELT, ANSI/ANS-3.1 commercial nuclear qualification, or DOE-HDBK-1122 program).
  • OR Current certification by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT).
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficiency in performing radiological surveys for alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation.
  • Proficiency in performing contamination (smear/swipe) surveys.
  • Proficiency in the operation of portable health physics instruments (ion chambers, GM frisker-meters, air samplers).
  • Strong understanding of 10 CFR 835 principles (Contamination control, Posting, ALARA, RWPs).
• Flexibility: Ability to relocate to Utah for operations with potential for travel to Head Quarters in LA.

Preferred

• DOE Experience: Previous experience at a Department of Energy facility or national laboratory.
• Reactor Experience: Familiarity with reactor plant systems and radiological hazards.

Why Join Us

• Mission‑Driven: Support the development of technology that changes the energy landscape.
• Excellence: Work with a high‑caliber team that demands the best in safety and performance.
• Culture: A collaborative environment where your expertise is respected and your contribution makes a tangible difference.
• Growth: Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and the chance to advance your career in a growing company.