Mississippi Power Co
Jr Radiation Protection (RP) Tech - Plant Farley
Mississippi Power Co, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Jr Radiation Protection Technician - Plant Farley
It's an exciting time to be part of Southern Nuclear’s growing organization. Southern Nuclear, headquartered in Birmingham, AL, operates Southern Company's eight nuclear reactors at three locations in Georgia and Alabama: four reactors at Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, GA; two reactors at Plant Hatch, near Baxley, GA; and two reactors at Plant Farley, near Dothan, AL.
If a new and significant challenge is what you have been longing for, and if you are energized, positive, committed, and desiring to make a difference, then we are looking for YOU to join our team!
Requirements
Required : Bachelor's degree in Health Physics or Physical Science (Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Chemistry, or Math) OR associate’s degree in Radiation Protection Technology, Electrical Computer & Engineering Technology, Nuclear Engineering Technology, OR US Navy Nuclear ELT in lieu of degree
Successful completion of the Technical Occupations Selection System (TECH) test.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Summary of Position Duties
Monitoring Radiation Controlled Area (RCA) on a regularly scheduled basis using fixed and portable survey instruments to evaluate contamination and airborne radiation levels and to assist in establishing dose rates for job coverage
Storing, issuing, and testing of respiratory protection equipment
Assisting in repair and calibration of fixed and portable radiation survey instruments when required
Assisting in providing health physics coverage to plant operations and maintenance personnel to ensure safe radiological practices
Providing radiological evaluation of area decontamination activity
Assisting in the preparation of Radiation Work Permits
Providing support to Farley Nuclear Plant Dosimetry Program, as needed
Providing support for radioactive waste shipments as required
Implementing the process control program as required
Reviewing work packages, projecting exposure for job, evaluating need for shielding, and briefing with technicians and workers on work activities
Performing As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) job reviews and maintaining a job history file for ALARA packages
Tracking ALARA suggestions, reviewing and taking necessary action
Pursuing methods for improving the ALARA program's performance and efficiency and to increase the awareness of all plant groups of this Program
Photo documentation of plant areas for use in future ALARA job planning
Serves on the on-shift Emergency Response Organization
Support the decontamination of plant areas and equipment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
One year of Health Physics or decontamination-related work experience (2000 hours over a minimum of 40 weeks) desired
Basic knowledge of radiation fundamentals is preferred
Must perform daily with a safety-focused attitude and commitment to zero accidents or injuries
The ability to enforce radiation protection standards and requirements and stop work when compliance is jeopardized
Proficient in the use of a personal computer
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of nuclear power plant procedures, regulations, systems and processes is a plus
Working knowledge of first aid and heat stress is desired
Self-motivated with demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities
Any applicant accepting this position will be required to meet background screening & security and company physical requirements. Must have capacity to be respirator qualified.
Behavioral Attributes
Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first.
Intentional Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
Act with integrity – We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
Superior Performance – We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors, and the environment.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining unit and will pay an hourly rate of $42.13.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 16080
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Nuclear
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It's an exciting time to be part of Southern Nuclear’s growing organization. Southern Nuclear, headquartered in Birmingham, AL, operates Southern Company's eight nuclear reactors at three locations in Georgia and Alabama: four reactors at Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, GA; two reactors at Plant Hatch, near Baxley, GA; and two reactors at Plant Farley, near Dothan, AL.
If a new and significant challenge is what you have been longing for, and if you are energized, positive, committed, and desiring to make a difference, then we are looking for YOU to join our team!
Requirements
Required : Bachelor's degree in Health Physics or Physical Science (Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Chemistry, or Math) OR associate’s degree in Radiation Protection Technology, Electrical Computer & Engineering Technology, Nuclear Engineering Technology, OR US Navy Nuclear ELT in lieu of degree
Successful completion of the Technical Occupations Selection System (TECH) test.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Summary of Position Duties
Monitoring Radiation Controlled Area (RCA) on a regularly scheduled basis using fixed and portable survey instruments to evaluate contamination and airborne radiation levels and to assist in establishing dose rates for job coverage
Storing, issuing, and testing of respiratory protection equipment
Assisting in repair and calibration of fixed and portable radiation survey instruments when required
Assisting in providing health physics coverage to plant operations and maintenance personnel to ensure safe radiological practices
Providing radiological evaluation of area decontamination activity
Assisting in the preparation of Radiation Work Permits
Providing support to Farley Nuclear Plant Dosimetry Program, as needed
Providing support for radioactive waste shipments as required
Implementing the process control program as required
Reviewing work packages, projecting exposure for job, evaluating need for shielding, and briefing with technicians and workers on work activities
Performing As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) job reviews and maintaining a job history file for ALARA packages
Tracking ALARA suggestions, reviewing and taking necessary action
Pursuing methods for improving the ALARA program's performance and efficiency and to increase the awareness of all plant groups of this Program
Photo documentation of plant areas for use in future ALARA job planning
Serves on the on-shift Emergency Response Organization
Support the decontamination of plant areas and equipment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
One year of Health Physics or decontamination-related work experience (2000 hours over a minimum of 40 weeks) desired
Basic knowledge of radiation fundamentals is preferred
Must perform daily with a safety-focused attitude and commitment to zero accidents or injuries
The ability to enforce radiation protection standards and requirements and stop work when compliance is jeopardized
Proficient in the use of a personal computer
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of nuclear power plant procedures, regulations, systems and processes is a plus
Working knowledge of first aid and heat stress is desired
Self-motivated with demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities
Any applicant accepting this position will be required to meet background screening & security and company physical requirements. Must have capacity to be respirator qualified.
Behavioral Attributes
Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first.
Intentional Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
Act with integrity – We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
Superior Performance – We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors, and the environment.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining unit and will pay an hourly rate of $42.13.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 16080
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Nuclear
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