Job Description

Temporary Wilmington, NC, US

Temporary Radiation Protection Technician (RPT)

Location: GE Vernova Facility - Wilmington, NC - GVH/GNF-A, FMOand/orWFSC

Employment Type: Temporary Assignment (Non-Permanent Position)

Per Diem: Those over 50 miles from site location are eligible for per diem.

Pay: Commensurate with background and experience

Position Summary

The Temporary Radiation Protection Technician (RPT) will provide radiological monitoring and safety support for operations involving radioactive and/or fissile materials across GE Wilmington facilities, including FMO, and WFSC. This is not a permanent role ; the position is intended to support short-term operational needs, personnel shortages, or project-specific coverage.

Core technical expectations remain consistent with responsibilities described in GVH/GNF-A Radiation Protection Monitor roles and GVH/GNF-A radiation protection qualification standards.

Key Responsibilities

Radiological Monitoring & Field Support

• Conduct routine surveys of radiologically controlled areas using fixed and portable dose rate and contamination survey instruments.
• Perform inspections of operations involving radioactive or fissile materials to ensure compliance with nuclear safety criteria and license conditions.
• Perform air sampling, evaluate airborne conditions, identify abnormalities, and work with operations to correct them.
• Provide job-coverage support for maintenance, operational activities, or special projects requiring radiological oversight.

Radiological Control Documentation

• Document contamination surveys, dose rate data, air sample results, and compliance records.
• Review monitoring data to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and site procedures.

Regulatory & Program Compliance

• Support temporary implementation of required radiation protection programs, including waste handling, instrument checks, and dosimetry issuance.
• Apply site-specific nuclear safety and radiation protection criteria in accordance withGVH/GNF-A procedures.
• Maintain qualification competencies aligned withGVH/GNF-ARadiation Protection standards as applicable.

Worker Support & Training

• Conduct pre-job briefings for radiation workers regarding hazards and protective measures.
• Promote safe work practices and professional radiological conduct while supporting temporary staffing needs.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (consistent withGVH/GNF-A requirements).
• Minimum 1 year of radiation protection, experience.
• Ability to qualify under site-specific radiation protection training requirements.
• Ability to work in radiologically controlled and airborne control areas.

Preferred

• Experience in nuclear fuel manufacturing or similar regulated environments.
• Familiarity with SNM-1097 license requirements and GVH/GNF-A administrative procedures.
• Experience with air monitoring systems or radiological emergency response.

Work Environment & Temporary Schedule

• Work locations include controlled areas within FMO, and WFSC.
• Temporary assignment duration may vary depending on site needs, project work, or staffing gaps.
• Hours may align with 1st shift or project-based schedules, similar to GVH/GNF-A-posted RPM roles that may require various shifts.

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