Radiation Protection Technician - Duane Arnold

NextEra Energy

About The Position

Be apart of the Radiation Protection team as we restart Duane Arnold Energy Center—a groundbreaking effort to return a decommissioned nuclear plant to service. This is a rare opportunity to apply your technical knowledge and skills to a historic project that will define the future of nuclear energy and power Iowa's clean energy transition.Job OverviewThe principal duties of the Radiation Protection Technician occupation consist of ensuring the safety of workers, the public and the environment by performing radiation contamination and airborne radiation surveys, analyzing results using appropriate health physics equipment and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Pass the Technician Selection System (TECH) – Technician Test
Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted access authorization per 10 CFR 73.56, including successful completion of background investigation and fitness for duty requirements under 10 CFR 26
Meet all applicable physical and medical requirements
Fieldwork in controlled radiation areas
Shift work, nights, weekends, and holidays
Outage support roles with extended hours (often up to 60 hours/week)

Nice To Haves

Two years of Radiation Protection experience at commercial nuclear power plants
One year of related technical training beyond high school in the health physics field
Associate or bachelor's degree in a STEM field
U.S. Navy nuclear experience as an Engineering Lab Technician (ELT)

Responsibilities

Conduct routine area radiation surveys, including beta and gamma measurements
Perform contamination checks, airborne radioactivity sampling, and dose rate assessments
Maintain and calibrate radiation detection instruments
Implement radiation safety protocols to protect workers during operations and maintenance
Control access to radiologically controlled areas and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment
Provide job coverage during high‑risk radiological evolutions
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and site-specific radiological regulations
Maintain accurate radiation exposure records and ensure ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) practices
Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements
Assist in implementing IAEA and NRC radiation protection standards
Deliver or support radiation protection training programs for plant personnel.
Provide technical guidance on radiological hazards, shielding, and dose reduction strategies.
Participate in emergency drills and radiological incident response.
Support contamination control, decontamination, and post‑event surveys.
Strong understanding of ionizing radiation principles and radiological controls
Ability to interpret technical procedures, regulations, and safety standards
Performs other job-related duties as assigned