Associate Health Physics Technician/Health Physics Technician/Senior Health Physics Technician
Dominion Energy
Associate Health Physics Technician/Health Physics Technician/Senior Health Physics Technician
Dominion Energy
Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Associate Health Physics Technician:
This is the entry level into the Health Physics Technician series. Incumbents will participate in classroom and practical training, maintaining acceptable academic standards throughout the program. Employees new to the role will learn the basic concepts of radiological protection and perform frisker source checks and routine decontamination procedures. Collects routine radiological air samples, issues respiratory protection and Health Physics instrumentation, and performs laundry facility duties. As training program progresses, performs additional routine radiological surveys, sampling and analysis to determine radiation hazards. Documents results to ensure compliance with established procedures and limits. Performs operability checks of various Health Physics instrumentation. Performs assigned duties in support of the Emergency Response Team. Later in the training program, employees monitor and control internal/external personnel exposure, contamination, radioactive materials and waste. Learns to perform more specialized radiological surveys and provides Health Physics job coverage for radiological work activities. Additional duties will include installing and maintaining ventilation units for airborne radioactivity and performing decontamination of personnel, small tools and contaminated areas.
Health Physics Technician:
The ANSI-qualified Health Physics Technician provides radiological protection for the health and safety of the general public and employees from the hazards of radiation, through the conducting of surveys, sampling and compliance with regulations, standards and procedures. Provides job coverage for radiological concerns during routine and special plant maintenance activities. Performs routine and random radiation surveys (including personnel exposure, equipment contamination, air samples) to assess radiological conditions. Prepares and monitors Radiation Work Permits.
The ANSI-qualified Senior Health Physics Technician provides radiological protection for the health and safety of the general public and employees from the hazards of radiation, through the conducting of surveys, sampling and compliance with regulations, standards and procedures. Provides job coverage for radiological concerns during routine and special plant maintenance activities. Performs routine and random radiation surveys (including personnel exposure, equipment contamination, air samples) to assess radiological conditions. Prepares and monitors Radiation Work Permits.
Inspects, calibrates and maintains radiological protection instrumentation and sampling equipment. Provides technical expertise and support to all radiological protection program elements. Evaluates regulatory and industry standards for applicability to radiological control activities. Prepares, analyzes, surveys, packages and ships radioactive material and waste. Performs Bioassay evaluations and follow-up monitoring activities. Provides guidance to lower level Health Physics Technicians as needed.
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
Associate Health Physics Technician:
0-2 years directly related experience;
Successful completion of the TECH test;
Good math skills;
Good attention to detail and ability to recognize situations that require prompt action;
Good teamwork skills;
Must be able to fulfill duties as directed for Station Emergency Plan to include obtaining and maintaining required ERO/SERO qualifications, participating in ERO/SERO exercises and drills, and verifying availability through response to ERO/SERO call-in drills.
Health Physics Technician:
2+ years directly related experience (completion of Health Physics Technician Development Program or equivalent knowledge and experience);
Strong math and analytical skills;
Good attention to detail and ability to recognize situations that require prompt action;
Good teamwork skills;
Must be able to fulfill duties as directed for Station Emergency Plan to include obtaining and maintaining required ERO/SERO qualifications, participating in ERO/SERO exercises and drills, and verifying availability through response to ERO/SERO call-in drills.
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
Senior Health Physics Technician:
5+ years directly related experience (including completion of Health Physics Technician Development Program or equivalent knowledge and experience);
Strong math and analytical skills;
Good attention to detail and ability to recognize situations that require prompt action;
Good teamwork skills;
Must be able to fulfill duties as directed for Station Emergency Plan to include obtaining and maintaining required ERO/SERO qualifications, participating in ERO/SERO exercises and drills, and verifying availability through response to ERO/SERO call-in drills.
Required degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):
High School Diploma or GED
Must obtain and maintain required ERO/SERO qualifications.
ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.5.3.1, 4.5.3.2, and 4.5.3.3 and Regulatory Guide 1.8, Revision 4, Staff
Regulatory Guidance, 1.5 for Radiation Protection Technicians Education requirements: High school diploma
Minimum experience for the position:
Related experience which shall include 2 yrs; Nuclear power plant experience 1 yr.
Note: In regard to “related experience” for radiation protection technicians, 2000 working hours is acceptable as representing one year of experience. There is no expectation of a minimum timeframe for accumulating these 2000 hours (e.g., not less than 40 weeks), nor is there a limit applied to the amount of hours that can be credited in a week. However, no more than 2000 hours can credited toward related experience for radiation protection technicians in any one calendar year.
REFER to ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.1, for guidance on alternatives to degree requirements, experience substitution for education, and alternatives to experience (not allowed for Special requirements)
Note: Dominion Energy minimum requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
What You'll Get
Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:
Associate Health Physics Technician- $58,700 - $76,200
Health Physics Technician- $73,200 - $95,000
Senior Health Physics Technician- $90900 - $118100
The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.
At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas
Dominion Energy is a regulated utility that supplies electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across eight states, with a focus on Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Its generation mix includes nuclear, solar, coal, natural gas, and hydro, supporting a reliable and affordable energy supply while adding cleaner sources over time. The company operates under public regulation, differentiating itself through a diversified energy portfolio and a focus on reliability, price stability, and a gradual shift toward cleaner energy via renewables and extended nuclear licenses. Its goal is to deliver dependable energy at reasonable prices while expanding capacity and advancing cleaner energy in the future.
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