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Radiation Protection Specialist Chemistry - Monticello, MN

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Your applicationOpen nowRadiation Protection Specialist Chemistry - Monticello, MNXcel Energy · Monticello, MN, 55362

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Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.

Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.

We anticipate the need for one or more Radiation Protection Specialist - Chemistry to be located at the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant in Monticello, MN. This will be under IBEW Local 160. The starting rate of pay for this position can range from $36.40 to $66.19. The posting will post from October 6, 2026, to October 19, 2026. Placement in the progression will be commensurate with the individuals experience.

Summary:

Performs chemistry and radiochemistry sampling and analysis to support Technical Specifications, the TRM, Regulatory, and Site requirements. Independently perform most assignments with instructions as to the general results expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems, and obtains supervisory approval of proposed plans for projects.

This job requires the support of a rotating shift schedule, 365 days a year. Individuals are required to support the emergency response organization.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Performs chemistry and radiochemistry sampling and analysis, and may perform radiation surveys.
  • Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in chemistry and radiochemistry techniques, procedures and criteria to meet all regulatory requirements.
  • Provides guidance or assistance to Plant Operations, Nuclear Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Chemistry Supervision.
  • Provides technical guidance to other Nuclear Chemistry Technicians and provide support for process quality improvement initiatives.
  • Implements a variety of chemistry and radiochemistry projects, and coordinates the analysis of technical data to identify requirements.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Individual shall possess ANSI 18.1 Radiation Protection qualifications.
  • Previous experience in nuclear power, chemistry or Navy Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT) experience is preferred.
  • Chemical or Nuclear engineering degree preferred.

A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, a psychological assessment, initial credit and background investigation and periodic credit & criminal history checks).

All Radiation Protection Specialist and Chemistry Specialist hired on or after January 1, 2017, shall qualify and participate in Fire Brigade. If a permanent medical condition is diagnosed which prohibits the employee from qualifying and participating in the Fire Brigade, meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to achieve mutual resolution.

This position is represented by IBEW Local 160

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

Our Values

Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe

Our Employee Commitments

  • Work that makes a difference
  • A team you can count of
  • Opportunities to grow
  • Rewards that help you thrive

Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.

Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $36.40 to $66.19 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Savings and Retirement Plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 10/18/26

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Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.

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