RadioChemist III

Position: Radiochemistry Technician

Location: Palisades Energy

Holtec Palisades seeks qualified applicants for the position of Radiochemistry Technician in its Chemistry department based at Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert, MI.

Palisades is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the nuclear industry and the nation!

Job Summary:

Provides laboratory-based project work related to sampling plant systems, diesel fuel and associated testing. Ensures all projects and analysis complies with the chemical hygiene plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides corrosion control.
• Complies with laboratory quality control requirements. Performs instrument calibration and operation. Responds to off-normal conditions. Inputs chemistry data into data management system.
• Maintain chemistry levels within established limits and below action levels.
• Performs data reviews and trending.
• Communicates to chemistry management in a timely manner regarding any issue affecting plant chemistry. Complies with the Chemical Control Program.
• Responds to out-of-specification chemistry. Understands adverse chemistry effects on equipment performance. Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required: 1 year technical training.
• Desired: B.S. Degree in chemistry or a related technical degree, Naval Nuclear Power School, Engineering Laboratory Technician School, or equivalent work experience.

• Technicians shall have 3 years of working experience in their specialty of which 1 year should be related technical training.  They should possess a high degree of manual dexterity and ability and should be capable of learning and applying basic skills.
• Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operations.
• Proficiency with current computer business applications.
• Chemistry Lab Technician 1: BS degree in Chemistry or related technical program or approved Apprentice Program.
• Chemistry Lab Technician 2: 2 years commercial nuclear experience. Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operations.
• Chemistry Lab Technician 3: 4 years commercial nuclear experience.

This is a union position and could be filled by a Radiochemist I, II, III OR Sr. depending upon qualifications.

Holtec Palisades offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do.

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy. Detailed information on the Company can be obtained by consulting our website: holtecinternational.com.