• Radiation Protection Tech, Jr.

    American Electric Power (Bridgman, MI)


    Job Posting End Date

     

    05-09-2025

     

    Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

    Job Summary

    Perform less complex technical and specialized work in connection with radiological analysis, radiation protection, equipment testing; assist others in performing surveys.

    Job Description

    + Obtain and prepare in-plant and environmental samples, as directed.

    + Assist in radiological inspection of turbines, pumps, heat exchangers, tanks and other power plant equipment.

    + Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves.

    + Assist in performing radiation, contamination or airborne hazard surveys. Perform routine radiation and contamination surveys.

    + Assist with the dispensing, use and collection of routine dosimetry devices.

    + Operate computer systems for information filing and retrieval.

    + Assist others in using health physics protective measures such as protective clothing or contamination control procedures.

    + Record readings on controlling, indicating and recording devices and compare with established standards and specifications.

    + Erect and remove shielding.

    + Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Education:

    + HS Diploma or GED. Associate degree in Health Physics is preferred.

    Work Experience:

    + Through a combination of education and/or experience must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above as well as the ability to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job in this family.

    Required License/Certification:

    + Must possess a valid driver's license.

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    + Physical demand level is Medium.

    + It is understood that in the performance of most nuclear generating plant duties there will be associated radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.

     

    Compensation Data

    Compensation Grade:

    U058-810

    Compensation Range:

    $34.21-37.04 USD

     

    The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

     

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