Senior Health Physics Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Medical benefits

Wellness programs

Company holidays

Recognition programs

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Senior Health Physics Technician to perform radiation protection coverage at multiple U.S. nuclear power plants. You will report to the site manager and provide oversight of surveys, contamination control and ALARA planning onsite.

The role requires knowledge of radiation safety principles, calibration of detection equipment, and adherence to regulatory standards. The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiation safety principles, regulations and industry standards.
• Knowledge of radiation detection and measurement equipment, including calibration and quality control.
• 2,000 hours of commercial nuclear power experience or equivalent training (3.1A) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Radiation Protection coverage for power-plant activities.
• Oversee compliance with safety procedures and ALARA principles.
• Conduct radiation and contamination surveys and material surveys.
• Support site emergency plan execution and drills.
• Assist with decontamination activities as needed.
• Release of personnel and materials following procedures.

Skills

Radiation safety principles

Radiation detection & calibration

Quality control

Regulations & industry standards

Education

3.1A Nuclear Certification

Tools

Survey instrumentation

Calibration equipment

Job description

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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
• 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.

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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