Health Physics TechnicianValar Atomics
We are looking for a skilled HPT to provide high-quality radiological support to our operations and maintenance teams. You won't just be a surveyor; you will be a partner in executing work safely. You will be responsible for characterizing hazards, implementing controls, and ensuring that every worker goes home safe.
What You’ll Do
Field Operations: Perform comprehensive radiological surveys (radiation, contamination, airborne) to characterize facility conditions.
Job Coverage: Provide continuous or intermittent coverage for radiological work, ensuring workers adhere to RWP requirements and stopping work when conditions change.
Control & Posting: Establish and maintain radiological postings and access controls. Manage the issue and return of dosimetry and PPE.
Instrumentation: Perform daily operability checks and routine maintenance on portable and fixed radiation detection instruments.
Emergency Response: Serve as a member of the emergency response team, providing rapid radiological assessment during off-normal events.
Documentation: Generate accurate, legible, and detailed survey records and logs that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
Who You Are
Vigilant: You have a questioning attitude and a keen eye for detail. You notice changes in the plant environment before they become problems.
Principled: You have the integrity to stop work when it's unsafe, regardless of schedule pressure.
Hands-On: You are comfortable working in the field, wearing PPE, and using tools.
Team Player: You work effectively with operations, maintenance, and engineering to get the job done safely.
- Associate's degree (or higher) in Health Physics, Radiation Protection, or a related science
- OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND documented completion of a formal, recognized HPT qualification program (e.g., U.S. Navy ELT, ANSI/ANS-3.1 commercial nuclear qualification, or DOE-HDBK-1122 program)
- OR Current certification by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT)
- Radiological surveys•1+ years
- Contamination (smear/swipe) surveys•1+ years
- Portable health physics instruments•1+ years
- Ion chambers•1+ years
- GM frisker-meters•1+ years
- Air samplers•1+ years
- 10 CFR 835 principles•1+ years
- Ability to relocate to Utah for operations with potential for travel to Head Quarters in LA
- Radiation Detection•2 - 5 years
- Dosimetry•1 - 4 years
- Radiation Safety Procedures•2 - 5 years
- DOE Experience: Previous experience at a Department of Energy facility or national laboratory
- Reactor Experience: Familiarity with reactor plant systems and radiological hazards
Valar Atomics is pioneering the New Atomic Age by scaling nuclear energy for heavy industrial power and clean hydrocarbon fuel production. Our company leverages proven technology including Triso, Graphite, and Helium systems, with products like the Ward 250. At Valar Atomics, we're committed to unlocking abundant energy through innovative nuclear solutions. We're building a team dedicated to transforming the energy landscape with sustainable nuclear power. Proudly built in America, Valar Atomics represents a new model for nuclear energy that prioritizes scale and efficiency to meet tomorrow's industrial energy demands.
Mission-Driven: Support the development of technology that changes the energy landscape.
Excellence: Work with a high-caliber team that demands the best in safety and performance.
Culture: A collaborative environment where your expertise is respected and your contribution makes a tangible difference.
Growth: Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and the chance to advance your career in a growing company.
