TXU Energy

Radiation Protection Technician

TXU Energy  •  Davis, CA (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

A. Duties

Under directive supervision, in accordance with the Station Operating License, Technical Specifications, and Operating Procedures, performs radiological testing in Station and surrounding areas; performs functions involved with decontamination of personnel and equipment; calibrates instruments involved in the work; performs duties such as:

1. Collecting gas, liquid and solid materials in all parts of the Station and surrounding areas; analyzing samples for radioactivity level; designating areas with respect to proper posting;

2. Operating and calibrating instruments used for detecting alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation;

3. Implementing radiation clearance procedures and radiation safety in operation and
maintenance activities;

4. Participating in preparation of radioactive material for safe containment during shipment;

5. Assigning and controlling the use of licensed radioactive sources;

6. Ensuring the work area and equipment are in good order and cleaned up after
completion of work;

7. Instructing and training employees in the work;

8. Being responsible for the preparation of records in connection with the work;

9. Assisting in reporting errors, and making suggestions for improvements of Station procedures and test;

10. Reporting abnormal conditions observed or encountered, such as abnormal operating conditions, safety conditions and violations of security procedures;

11. Performing all work in accordance with prescribed safety rules and regulations, and those associated with Station emergency procedures;

12. Performing similar or less skilled duties, as assigned; and

13. Working with employees in higher classifications and performing other duties in accordance with the Section of the Foreword to the Job Manual entitled "Duties".

B. Qualifications

Must meet the Company's requirements as to General Qualifications; must have all the qualifications of Assistant Radiological Control Tester and, in addition:

1. Must have two (2) years' experience as Assistant Radiological Control Tester, or the equivalent;

2. Must have demonstrated ability in the performance of the duties of Assistant Radiological Control Tester;

3. Must have met the Company's requirements for satisfactory completion of prescribed courses;

4. Must have a thorough working knowledge of:

a. The Company's and regulatory agencies' safety rules as applicable to nuclear power plant operation,

b. The techniques and procedures for decontamination of tools, equipment, and other materials,

c. The methods and procedures of safeguarding Station personnel and equipment from excessive radiation exposure,

d. Conventional and radiological health safety practices,

e. The Company's electrical, mechanical and radiation tagging and posting rules,

f. Principles of nuclear reactor operations, and

g. Procedures used in the Station;

5. Must satisfactorily progress in and complete the prescribed training course required by the Company, or any regulatory agency; and

6. Must have the ability to receive, interpret and pass on orders and instructions in a manner that will maintain harmony and safety and obtain cooperation and satisfactory work results form men assigned to the work.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Oak Harbor, OhioOhio

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email usat assistance@vistraenergy.com tomake a request.

TXU Energy

About TXU Energy

TXU Energy has a long-standing history of doing the right things for our customers. It starts with the basics — providing electricity plans with easy-to-understand terms and straightforward pricing you can count on. But our responsibility doesn't end there, and neither does our commitment to our customers.

TXU Energy is a subsidiary of Vistra (NYSE: VST), a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
txu.com
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