Radiation Protection Technician - Ontario, NY

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Ontario, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow. The requirements of this Policy may apply differently to the rehiring or engagement of Former Employees who were represented at the time of termination of employment by IBEW Local 15. In such cases, please contact an Attorney in Constellation’s Legal Labor and Employment group for additional direction. Starting pay rate is $43.71/hr. (non-negotiable) Primary Purpose of Position Under general supervision until qualifications are attained, the trainee provides radiation protection services in support of plant operations and maintenance, in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED
Experience in the fields of radiation control job coverage, radioactive waste management, and respiratory protection program implementation preferred but not required
Must possess a good technical aptitude as evidenced by successfully passing the EEI Tech test
Meets the requirements of Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) psychological, drug, alcohol, and medical testing policies and/or regulations
Ability to wear a respirator and work with a 20 pound weight on the back
Incumbents will be required to work outdoors in all conditions, climbing, working from ladders and platforms, exposure to heat, dirt, noise, and radiation
May be subject to certification and recertification with periodic reviews if required by NRC or industry standards
Any modification mandated by law or regulation enacted by a governmental agency that affects either the duties or qualifications of this position will become a part of this job specification
Job requires rotating shift work including holiday and weekend work
Frequent exposure to heat, noise, dirt and radiation

Responsibilities

Conducts and evaluates radiation, airborne radioactivity and contamination surveys to determine the required radiation protection requirements and personnel stay time, and maintains required postings.
Assists with monitoring personnel exposure to airborne radioactivity and radiation to maintain personnel exposure as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
Prescribes the required protective clothing and devices for all individual entries into controlled areas of the site
Ensures that controlled area material is surveyed in accordance with approved procedures prior to unrestricted release.
Assists with calibrations, repairs, and maintains equipment used to perform radiological surveys and respiratory test equipment
Assists with the preparation of radioactive material for disposal.
Installs and certifies shielding, ventilation, and radiological containment devices at work site.
Assists in the decontamination of personnel and equipment.
Successfully completes 100/150 series fundamental training and attains qualifications to independently perform basic radiation protection tasks such as conducting and analyzing survey results, performing area and equipment decontamination, and controlling worker ingress and egress into radiological controlled areas.
Successfully completes 200 and 250 series initial classroom training and 200 series hands-on task training and evaluation.
Upon completion of 200 and 250 series training and until the applicable ANSI experience time requirement is met, performs 200 and 250 series tasks under general supervision of qualified radiation protection technicians.
Perform emergency response duties as assigned.
May be required to work overtime and shift work.
Perform all other duties as assigned.