Chemistry Tech

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC•New Hill, NC

1d•$40•Onsite

About The Position

A Nuclear Chemistry Technician at a commercial nuclear plant ensures reactor safety and efficiency by monitoring, testing, and controlling plant chemical systems. They analyze coolant and waste samples for radioactivity and corrosion, adjust chemical treatments, and enforce strict radiation compliance.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience or extensive training in the U.S. Navy Nuclear Program.
Candidates must often obtain and maintain unescorted plant access, pass rigorous background checks, and become certified to wear respiratory protection equipment (e.g., SCBA).
Proficiency with chemical analysis instruments (spectrometers, gamma counters) and ability to solve formulas using unit analysis and algebra.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary coursework in Chemistry and Physics, or a certificate via the Nuclear Uniform Curriculum Program.
Count Room QCs

Responsibilities

Collect and process samples of reactor water, steam, and plant effluents to test for chemical purity and radioactive contamination.
Input readings into tracking systems (e.g., RADACS) to evaluate parameters, such as pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen.
Recommend and perform chemical treatments to control corrosion in the primary and secondary plant loops.
Ensure that laboratory equipment, online process monitors, and radiation detectors are accurately standardized.
Utilize ICs, Boron Titrator, pH meter, Conductivity Meter, Count Room QCs (recommended - not required), FTIR, AA, ICP, and Chlorine Titrator.
Maintain logs in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) standards and assist in identifying violations or out-of-specification conditions.