JR Health Physics Technician
Provide Radiation Protection coverage and oversight as required for power-plant activates. In addition to providing job coverage, certain routine tasks may be assigned commensurate with individual certifications, qualifications, and skills.
Types of tasks Jr RP Technicians may be assigned to perform or assist in performing include the following:
radiation and contamination surveys
material and equipment surveys
material escort
assisting with ALARA planning
assisting with decontamination activities
support of Site Emergency Plan
coverage of primary work activities such as:
filter changes
valve work
fuel handling / storage
refueling activities
underwater diving
pump work including reactor coolant pump seals
reactor head disassembly/reassemble
containment hatch watch
steam generator maintenance activities
Education / Training Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Workers must be trained in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
Satisfy all requirements required to obtain a Level II Nuclear Access Badge
Competition of GAP training / CIRP Task of the NISP-RP-12 (Nuclear Industry Standard Process)
Minimum Skill Requirements and Accountabilities
Meet all applicable requirements to maintain unescorted access
Safe use and proper operation of applicable equipment
Use and adhere to station policies and procedures.
Effectively communicate and interact with co-workers, Supervisors and Sponsors to ensure Safe and Quality job completion for all assignments
Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications, technical requirements, procedures and directives associated with working at a nuclear plant
Ability to climb and work in adverse conditions such as high temperature areas, confined spaces, and heights.
Able to lift 50 pounds
Ability to be respirator qualified
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Vet
As an equal opportunity employer, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnams Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Westinghouse for assistance.
