Nuclear Health Physics Technician

Socket.dev; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation is seeking a Radiation Protection professional to control access for Radiologically Controlled Areas and perform duties across monitoring, dosimetry, and material processing. The role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and adherence to procedures in a nuclear-related environment.

The position requires a mix of education and experience in radiation protection, with responsibilities spanning data collection, equipment maintenance, and emergency response support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or educational equivalent.
• Associates degree in Radiation Protection, Health Physics or related field.
• High School Diploma and 2 years professional work experience in Radiation Protection, Health Physics or equivalent.
• 6 years Navy Nuclear experience or related
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing (TECH)
• Ability to work different shifts
• Ability to receive unescorted Nuclear access
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Measure radiation and contamination levels and record radiological data.
• Operate, calibrate and maintain radiation protection equipment.
• Provide radiological support and oversight through briefings and surveys/job coverage for normal and emergency situations.
• Provide training and oversight to other personnel and leads work crews.
• Provide radiological planning and scheduling support including ACR/Work Order and Radiation Work Permit processing and scheduling activities.
• Monitor and maintain records of personnel exposure to radiation.
• Process personnel dosimetry including issuance and return.
• Collect data, run tests, and prepare reports.
• Perform Corrective Action Program duties including dispositions and actions.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Associates degree in Radiation Protection/Health Physics

High School Diploma + 2 years radiation protection experience

Job description

Constellation is seeking a Radiation Protection professional to control access for Radiologically Controlled Areas and perform duties across monitoring, dosimetry, and material processing. The role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and adherence to procedures in a nuclear-related environment.

The position requires a mix of education and experience in radiation protection, with responsibilities spanning data collection, equipment maintenance, and emergency response support.