Radiation Protection Technician

Constellation

Ontario, NY

Full Time

Posted October 2, 2026

$48k - $67k· Est.

Power Generation

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Source: Employer career site View original listing
Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
Pay provenance: Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided

Job Description

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.

Key Responsibilities

Under general supervision until qualifications are attained
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.
Under general supervision until qualifications are attained
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.

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
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

Benefits & Perks

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
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.