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Health Physics Technician B - 519109

Tennessee Valley Authority

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Job overview

The Health Physics Technician B supports radiation protection at a nuclear power plant. The technician performs radiological surveys, surveillances, and inspections, analyzes results to assess hazards, and prescribes appropriate protective measures. The role may include maintaining exposure records and radiation monitoring equipment, stopping work when unsafe conditions arise, and occasionally directing other technicians. The position requires nuclear power plant experience and may involve rotating shifts, on-call assignments, and travel to plant locations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Radiation Safety MonitoringBasic Computer Skills

Qualifications

Two Years Specialty ExperienceOne Year Nuclear Plant ExperienceOne Year Technical TrainingAssociate Degree in Health Physics or Related FieldUnescorted Nuclear Plant AccessS-3 and S-4 Medical QualificationsOn-Call AvailabilityRotating Shift AvailabilityTravel to Plant Locations

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Health Physics Technician B - 519109

Job ID:519109Location:SPRING CITY, TNRegular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Health Physics Technician B - 519109

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Support Radiation Protection

Work Location: Spring City, Tennessee

Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.

Posting Open: 11/04/2026

Posting Close: 11/15/2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Job Summary

This position is a qualified, experienced health physics technician who complies the plant’s Technical Specifications staff manning requirements. The incumbent may work independently and performs radiological surveys to assess hazards, routine surveillances and inspections in accordance with procedures. This position may maintain radiation exposure records and various types of radiation monitoring equipment. Results of surveys and data are analyzed to determine the extent of radiological hazards to personnel and appropriate protective measures are prescribed. The incumbent has authorization to stop work when unsafe radiological or safety conditions arise. Other duties related to the department’s assigned responsibilities may be required to be performed as assigned by supervisor. Supervisor provides general guidance and makes work assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May occasionally direct the activities of other health physics technicians as assigned by supervisor.

Skills and Proficiencies(May be job or organization specific)

Knowledge of TVA Radiation Safety Program procedures used in radiation safety monitoring.

Basic computer skills are required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications(Consistent with Classification Standard)

The minimum requirements below meet or exceed ANSI/ANS 3.1-2014 standards.

Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements

Shall have a minimum of two years of working experience in their specialty, with at least one year of nuclear power plant experience. Should have a minimum of one year of related technical training in addition to their experience.

A.S. degree in health physics, engineering, chemistry, environmental science, physics, physical science, life science or computer science or a comparable field of study is preferred.

Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable. Must be able and willing to assume “on-call” rotational assignments which may include 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week availability. Must be willing and medically able to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime permitted by NPG procedures during peak periods. Must be able and willing to travel to plant locations as required when performing assigned tasks and, as necessary, to be temporarily assigned to a field location. The position requires use of protective clothing and work in areas with elevated temperatures, high noise backgrounds, asbestos, radiation, and other industrial hazards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

  • Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.

  • Email documents to[email protected]

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .

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