Radiation Protection Technician

Constellation Energy Corp.; Bear Creek Harbor (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Energy Corp. seeks a trainee Radiation Protection technician to support plant operations and maintenance under general supervision until qualifications are attained, performing surveys and ensuring ALARA compliance.

You will work outdoors in all conditions, assist with calibrations and disposals, and complete training to independently perform basic protection tasks, with potential overtime and shift work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in radiation control or related fields preferred but not required.
• Must pass EEI Tech test and meet NRC policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiation, airborne radioactivity and contamination surveys.
• Assist with monitoring exposure to maintain ALARA.
• Assist with calibrations, repairs and maintenance of survey equipment.
• Prepare radioactive material for disposal and supervise controlled areas.
• Complete training series to perform basic protection tasks.

Skills

Radiation protection

ALARA focus

Safety procedures

Technical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radiological survey equipment

Respiratory test equipment

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.

The requirements of this Policy may apply differently to the rehiring or engagement of Former Employees who were represented at the time of termination of employment by IBEW Local 15. In such cases, please contact an Attorney in Constellation’s Legal Labor and Employment group for additional direction.

Starting pay rate is $43.71/hr. (non-negotiable)

Primary Purpose of Position

Under general supervision until qualifications are attained, the trainee provides radiation protection services in support of plant operations and maintenance, in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Under general supervision until qualifications are attained
• Conducts and evaluates radiation, airborne radioactivity and contamination surveys to determine the required radiation protection requirements and personnel stay time, and maintains required postings.
• Assists with monitoring personnel exposure to airborne radioactivity and radiation to maintain personnel exposure as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
• Prescribes the required protective clothing and devices for all individual entries into controlled areas of the site
• Ensures that controlled area material is surveyed in accordance with approved procedures prior to unrestricted release.
• Assists with calibrations, repairs, and maintains equipment used to perform radiological surveys and respiratory test equipment
• Assists with the preparation of radioactive material for disposal.
• Installs and certifies shielding, ventilation, and radiological containment devices at work site.
• Assists in the decontamination of personnel and equipment.
• Successfully completes 100/150 series fundamental training and attains qualifications to independently perform basic radiation protection tasks such as conducting and analyzing survey results, performing area and equipment decontamination, and controlling worker ingress and egress into radiological controlled areas.
• Successfully completes 200 and 250 series initial classroom training and 200 series hands-on task training and evaluation.
• Upon completion of 200 and 250 series training and until the applicable ANSI experience time requirement is met, performs 200 and 250 series tasks under general supervision of qualified radiation protection technicians.
• Perform emergency response duties as assigned.
• May be required to work overtime and shift work.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED
• Experience in the fields of radiation control job coverage, radioactive waste management, and respiratory protection program implementation preferred but not required
• Must possess a good technical aptitude as evidenced by successfully passing the EEI Tech test
• Meets the requirements of Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) psychological, drug, alcohol, and medical testing policies and/or regulations
• Ability to wear a respirator and work with a 20 pound weight on the back
• Incumbents will be required to work outdoors in all conditions, climbing, working from ladders and platforms, exposure to heat, dirt, noise, and radiation
• May be subject to certification and recertification with periodic reviews if required by NRC or industry standards
• Any modification mandated by law or regulation enacted by a governmental agency that affects either the duties or qualifications of this position will become a part of this job specification
• Job requires rotating shift work including holiday and weekend work
• Frequent exposure to heat, noise, dirt and radiation