Chemistry Tech

Core Responsibilities

• Sampling & Analysis: Collect and process samples of reactor water, steam, and plant effluents to test for chemical purity and radioactive contamination.
• Data Evaluation: Input readings into tracking systems (e.g., RADACS) to evaluate parameters, such as pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen.
• Chemical Adjustments: Recommend and perform chemical treatments to control corrosion in the primary and secondary plant loops.
• Instrumentation Calibration: Ensure that laboratory equipment, online process monitors, and radiation detectors are accurately standardized.
• Instrumentation Utilization: ICsBoron Titrator, pH meter, Conductivity Meter, Count Room QCs (recommended - not required).
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain logs in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) standards and assist in identifying violations or out-of-specification conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma or GED is required, though most employers prefer or require post-secondary coursework in Chemistry and Physics, or a certificate via the Nuclear Uniform Curriculum Program.
• Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience or extensive training in the U.S. Navy Nuclear Program.
• Certifications & Clearances: Candidates must often obtain and maintain unescorted plant access, pass rigorous background checks, and become certified to wear respiratory protection equipment (e.g., SCBA).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with chemical analysis instruments (spectrometers, gamma counters) and ability to solve formulas using unit analysis and algebra.

Pay and Compensation

Wage and Compensation: Pay rate shall be discussed during the interview process, range is $40.00/hr DOE. Selected candidate will be eligible for contract specific benefits which include medical, dental, 401k, paid holiday, and vacation time (PTO).

EEO Information

EEO-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities-Westinghouse is a federal contractor that requires priority referrals of protected veterans.