Technician B I-Nuclear

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

About the role

The Nuclear Chemistry Technician performs both laboratory and field-based chemistry activities that support safe, reliable nuclear plant operation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling and analysis of plant systems, including reactor water, condensate, service water, cooling systems, auxiliary systems, diesel fuel oil, and radiation monitoring systems by following established procedures for radiological and industrial safety, support equipment health, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide corrosion control support through proper monitoring, sampling, and data interpretation.
• Perform laboratory quality control activities including instrument operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate and input chemistry data into the designated data management system; perform reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory specifications.
• Maintain chemistry parameters within established limits and ensure prompt response to off-normal or out-of-specification conditions.
• Communicate promptly with chemistry management concerning issues that may affect plant chemistry, equipment performance, or regulatory compliance.
• Understand adverse chemistry impacts on plant components and support corrective actions as needed.
• Safe handling and transportation of compressed gas cylinders, liquid nitrogen dewars, and chemical totes.
• Execute hands-on tasks that require lifting, transporting, and operating specialized equipment.
• Participate as assigned in the Emergency Response Organization (ERO).
• Comply with all Chemical Control Program requirements and plant procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• B.S. Degree in chemistry or a related technical degree, Naval Nuclear Power School, Engineering Laboratory Technician School, or equivalent work experience highly preferred.
• Chemistry Lab Technician I: High school diploma.
• Chemistry Lab Technician II: 2+ years commercial nuclear experience.
• Chemistry Lab Technician III: 4+ years commercial nuclear experience.
• Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operations.
• Proficiency with current computer business applications (Microsoft Office).
• High degree of manual dexterity.
• Must be able to work a shift schedule as required and respond to plant events beyond normal hours when necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and safely climb ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including a respirator.

Certifications

• Meet or exceed ANSI/ANS 3.1-2014, ANSI Section 4.5.3.1 – Technician, Chemistry.
• Successful completion of the EEI TECH Test.

Working Conditions

• As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.
• Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
• Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Primary Location: Louisiana-Killona
Number of Openings: 2
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%