Radiation Protection Technician

SHINE Technologies LLC•Janesville, WI

22h•$28 - $35

About The Position

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Radiation Protection Technician to perform duties, under general supervision, to implement activities related to radiation protection (RP) programs and facilities to control on-site personnel doses ALARA and limit the public’s exposure to radiation. The base salary range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00 per hour plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Specific duties and responsibilities of the Radiation Protection Technician include, but are not limited to: Design/Construction Phase Work with the RP Manager Radiation Safety Officer to establish and implement radiation protection department policies, programs, and procedures as required for the Operations Phase. Propose process and design changes that improve radiological safety. Assist in the development of a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Operating License Application. Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Operations Phase Perform radiation and contamination surveys and decontamination work. Perform sampling and analysis of gases, liquids, and solids. Analyze and interpret the results of surveys and analyses and recommend appropriate radiation protection controls and actions. Provide briefings and guidance to facility personnel to prevent unplanned exposures and maintain exposures ALARA. Maintain and calibrate radiation monitors, radiation detection instrumentation, and other associated equipment. Ensure radiological safety activities are in compliance with federal and state standards and regulations. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in health physics, relevant engineering technology, or related physical science specialty; or High School Diploma with ANSI RP technician qualifications and experience at a nuclear power facility; or Navy Nuclear experience, including Engineering Lab Technician (ELT) qualifications.
Entry level - limited experience in applied radiation protection or related field.
Technical understanding of nuclear facility principles and operation.
Familiarity with federal regulatory requirements regarding radiation protection.
Strong PC skills to include Microsoft software.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.
SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.
SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Nice To Haves

Certified Health Physics (CHP) or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with the RP Manager Radiation Safety Officer to establish and implement radiation protection department policies, programs, and procedures as required for the Operations Phase.
Propose process and design changes that improve radiological safety.
Assist in the development of a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Operating License Application.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Perform radiation and contamination surveys and decontamination work.
Perform sampling and analysis of gases, liquids, and solids.
Analyze and interpret the results of surveys and analyses and recommend appropriate radiation protection controls and actions.
Provide briefings and guidance to facility personnel to prevent unplanned exposures and maintain exposures ALARA.
Maintain and calibrate radiation monitors, radiation detection instrumentation, and other associated equipment.
Ensure radiological safety activities are in compliance with federal and state standards and regulations.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.