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Requisition ID# 172657Job Category: Nuclear GenerationJob Level: Individual ContributorBusiness Unit: Energy DeliveryWork Type: OnsiteJob Location: Avila BeachDepartment OverviewDiablo Canyon Power Plant's (DCPP) Chemistry and Environmental Operations Section of PG&E is responsible for implementing and supporting programs that control corrosion, manage radiation dose, monitor plant effluents, and maintain reliable equipment performance.Diablo Canyon Power Plant's (DCPP) Radiation Protection Section is responsible for monitoring and measuring the plant's radiological conditions for compliance with multiple regulatory agencies, advising other employees in proper radiation protection procedures and the handling, packaging, storing and shipping of radioactive waste.Position SummaryWe have multiple openings for chemistry and radiation protection technicians. This is an IBEW Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E.This position is responsible for ensuring portable radiation detection equipment is functioning properly, performing radiation and contamination surveys and, based on results, making independent determinations of appropriate postings of radiological conditions for NRC requirements, evaluating work within the radiological conditions and prescribing precautions, advising on proper decontamination techniques, documenting and maintaining records. The position operates and maintains chemical analysis instrumentation, collects and analyzes radiological and non-radiological processes, and works with supervisors and engineers to advise other plant personnel on plant chemical processes and waste disposal facilities.To obtain and maintain employment and unescorted access at DCPP, you must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen, a security background check, psychological screen, computer-based training, and be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.You will be expected to pass a respirator fit test and be SCBA certified within the first six months of employment. If you cannot meet these requirements, this may result in your termination.PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case‑by‑case basis related to these factors.Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the starting hourly rate range for this position is $52.44 to $73.97, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.ResponsibilitiesAssures that portable radiation detection and personnel radiation protection equipment are in satisfactory, operable condition.Instructs employees and others in proper radiation protection procedures.Maintains survey and other appropriate records in support of the plant and environmental monitoring programs.Makes routine calibration checks of portable and counting room radiation detection equipment.Performs and advises other employees in the decontamination of spaces and equipment and the handling, packaging, storing, and shipping of solid radioactive wastes and other radioactive material.Performs contamination and radiation level surveys, including routine isotopic analysis to assist in assuring that the limits contained in the Company's radiation control standards are not exceeded.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsMust be at least 18 years of ageMust possess a high school diploma or GEDMust possess a valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain one by the first day of hireMust be able to work a shift scheduleMust be able to wear company-provided respiratorMust meet both the ANSI 3.1, Chemistry Technician standard and the ANSI 3.1, Radiation Protection Technician standard, or have a minimum of 6 years' experience as an engineering laboratory technician (ELT) in the United States NavyDesired QualificationsCommercial nuclear radiological job coverage experienceCurrent or previous possession of SCBA certificationDesign knowledge of nuclear plant systems and structuresDemonstrated experience using strong team building skillsBachelor's degree in an engineering or science fieldDemonstrated ability to learn and comply with regulatory guidelinesStrong math, science, and computer skillsGood verbal and written communication skillsExcellent attention to detail#J-18808-Ljbffr