Senior Health Physics Tech - Nuclear Plant Radiation Lead

Westinghouse Electric Company; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension/retirement plan

Paid holidays

Career development programs

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking Senior Health Physics Technicians to provide Radiation Protection coverage at U.S. nuclear power plants. You will conduct surveys, oversee plant activities, and ensure compliance with safety standards on site at multiple locations.

The role requires 2,000 hours in commercial nuclear power and knowledge of radiation safety principles. Reporting to the site manager, you will be involved in decontamination activities and emergency planning as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiation safety principles, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to perform radiation and contamination surveys.
• Familiarity with radiation detection equipment and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Provide Radiation Protection coverage and oversight for power-plant activities.
• Conduct radiation and contamination surveys.
• Conduct material and equipment surveys.
• Release of personnel and material.
• Material escort.
• ALARA planning.
• Assist with decontamination activities.
• Support Site Emergency Plan.

Skills

Radiation safety principles

Survey techniques

Education

Health Physics Technician certification

Tools

Radiation detectors

Calibration equipment

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Westinghouse is recruiting Senior Health Physics Technicians to work at various Nuclear Power Plants within the Unites States. Provide Radiation Protection coverage and oversight for power-plant activates. In addition to providing job coverage, certain routine tasks may be assigned determined by individual certifications, qualifications, and skills.

You will report to the Westinghouse site manager and be located onsite at various locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide Radiation Protection coverage and oversight for power-plant activates. In addition to providing job coverage, certain routine tasks may be assigned determined by individual certifications, qualifications, and skills. Types of tasks RP Technicians may perform include the following:

radiation and contamination surveys

material and equipment surveys

release of personnel and material

material escort

ALARA planning

Help with decontamination activities

Support Site Emergency Plan

Qualifications:

Senior Health Physics Technician 3.1A or above. (3.1A requires 2,000 hours of commercial nuclear power combined with a systematic approach to training).

Knowledge of radiation safety principles, regulations, and industry standards.

Knowledge of radiation detection and measurement equipment, including calibration and quality control.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The hourly pay range for this position, which is dependent upon experience and qualifications, is estimated to be $34 to $40 per hour.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

Company Holidays

Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

Safety and Quality

Integrity and Trust

Customer Focus and Innovation

Speed and Passion to Win

Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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