Radiation Protection Specialist - Nuclear Plant Outages

Vistra Corp.; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Glen Rose, Texas, seeks a Radiation Protection Technician to oversee protection activities during normal plant operations and to participate in emergency preparedness for the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant.

The role includes responding to callouts within specified times, supporting outages, and maintaining proficiency in ALARA, respiratory protection, and radiological safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ANSI 18.1 Radiation Protection Technician qualification.
• 2 years commercial nuclear power experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain proficiency and technical expertise in key areas of station radiation protection and emergency response.
• Negotiate in-plant areas to assess radiological conditions, including wearing respiratory protection for safety.
• Support extended plant maintenance periods such as refueling outages and extended work hours.
• Participate in the CPNPP Emergency Organization as assigned.

Skills

Radiation protection

Emergency response

Nuclear power plant

Education

ANSI 18.1 Radiation Protection Technician qualification

AS in science related field

College level math/science

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Glen Rose, Texas, seeks a Radiation Protection Technician to oversee protection activities during normal plant operations and to participate in emergency preparedness for the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant.

The role includes responding to callouts within specified times, supporting outages, and maintaining proficiency in ALARA, respiratory protection, and radiological safety.