Senior Radiation Safety Technician - Field Compliance & Surveys

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Pennsylvania, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacations

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Senior Radiation Protection Technician to support radiological work at the Waltz Mill site in Madison, PA. You will perform radiological surveys, manage radioactive materials and data, conduct air monitoring, and assist with release surveys and incident responses.

You will report to the Supervisor of RSO and RP, must have a High School Diploma, 5 years of relevant experience, the ability to lift 40 pounds, and pass medical and respirator training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant education/experience in radiation protection/health physics.
• 5 years of radiological measurement, radioisotope handling, and radiation monitoring experience; 1 year as a qualified Radiation Control/Health Physics Technician.
• Ability to apply advanced radiation safety and measurement principles in general assignments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team on radiation protection programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiation control activities in support of maintenance, decontamination, and hazardous material handling.
• Perform radiological surveys of work areas and generate related documentation.
• Perform release surveys of materials and equipment from radiologically controlled areas.
• Evaluate radiological conditions and post areas and items controlled for radiological purposes.
• Assist in radiological incident assessments, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support handling, packaging, and transfer of radioactive materials and wastes.

Skills

Radiation protection

Health physics

Independent work

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Senior Radiation Protection Technician to support radiological work at the Waltz Mill site in Madison, PA. You will perform radiological surveys, manage radioactive materials and data, conduct air monitoring, and assist with release surveys and incident responses.

You will report to the Supervisor of RSO and RP, must have a High School Diploma, 5 years of relevant experience, the ability to lift 40 pounds, and pass medical and respirator training.