Sr Radiation Protection; RP Tech - Plant Hatch

Senior Radiation Protection (RP) Technician - Plant Hatch

Baxley, GA, United States

Senior Radiation Protection (RP) Technician - Plant Hatch

Southern Nuclear, headquartered in Birmingham, AL, operates eight nuclear reactors across Georgia and Alabama, including two reactors at Plant Hatch, near Baxley, GA.

We are looking for a committed, energized individual to join our Radiation Protection Department in a role that requires 18.1 ANSI – 1971 qualified senior RP experience.

Two years of radiation protection related work experience (4,000 hours over a minimum of 80 weeks, including 1 year of nuclear power plant experience) is required. Candidates must also pass the EEI Technical Occupations Selection System Test.

• Bachelor's degree in Health Physics or Physical Science (Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Chemistry, or Math)
• Associate's degree in Radiation Protection Technology (preferred)

• Monitor radiation controlled areas using fixed and portable survey instruments to evaluate contamination and airborne radiation levels and establish dose rates for job coverage.
• Store, issue, and test respiratory protection equipment.
• Assist in or lead repair and calibration of fixed and portable radiation survey instruments when required.
• Provide radiation protection coverage to plant operations and maintenance personnel.
• Provide radiological evaluation of area decontamination activity.
• Support plant dosimetry program as needed.
• Support radioactive waste shipments as required.
• Implement process control programs.
• Review work packages, project exposure for jobs, evaluate shielding needs, and brief technicians and workers.
• Perform ALARA job reviews and maintain a job history file for ALARA packages.
• Track ALARA suggestions and take necessary action.
• Pursue methods for improving the ALARA program and increase awareness across plant groups.
• Document plant areas photographically for future ALARA job planning.
• Serve on the on‑shift Emergency Response Organization.

• Experience in a technical radiation protection program.
• Daily safety-focused attitude and commitment to zero accidents.
• Ability to enforce radiation protection requirements and stop work when compliance is jeopardized.
• Strong knowledge of radiation protection fundamentals.
• Proficiency with personal computers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of nuclear power plant procedures, regulations, systems, and processes is a plus.
• Interest in mentoring less experienced radiation protection personnel.
• Requirement to meet background screening & security, company physical requirements, and respirator qualification.
• Successful completion of the Technical Occupations Selection System (TECH) test.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining unit and will pay $56.19/hr.

• Safety First – Care for the safety and well‑being of employees, customers, and communities.
• Intentional Inclusion – Foster a culture of belonging and value diversity.
• Act with Integrity – Demonstrate honesty, respect, and fairness.
• Superior Performance – Focus on continuous improvement and customer service.

Any applicant accepting this position will be required to meet background screening & security and company physical requirements and must be respirator qualified.

Southern Nuclear's top priority is the safety and health of the public, our employees, and the environment. We are committed to safe operation of our nuclear generating facilities with equipment and systems that meet strict Nuclear Regulatory Commission safety and design regulations.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company, operates over 8,200 MW across eight nuclear energy units in Alabama and Georgia.

• Job Identification: 13778
• Job Category:
  Power Plant Operations & Maintenance