Courtney Zima
Mark,IL
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled with a strong focus on regulatory compliance in radiation safety and occupational health. Professional with extensive expertise in radiation protection, proven ability to develop and enforce safety measures to minimize exposure risks. Valued for adaptability in high risk settings, ensuring reliable and effective team outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Protection Technician
Constellation Energy
Marseilles, IL
06.2015 - Current
- Conducted radiation surveys to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Zone Lead Technician for: Refuel Floor, Reactor Building, Turbine Deck, Heater Bay, Instrument Calibration, Dry Cask Project, Low Level Waste Project, Rad Waste- supervising 6-7 RPT's and reviewing surveys and documentation for accuracy and completion.
- Monitored environmental conditions to assess potential radiation exposure risks
- Implemented corrective actions to address identified radiation safety issues
- Analyzed radiological data to identify trends and improve operational efficiency
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough risk assessments and timely corrective actions
- Compliance with regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards and guidelines for radiation protection.
- Played vital role in maintaining a safe work environment by promptly addressing employee concerns or questions related to radiation protection practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety awarness through communication with team members regarding best practices in radiation protection techniques.
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
Delta, PA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Decon Support Team Member
- Decon Support for Everyday Activities at Nuclear Facility
- Performed thorough decontamination procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Operated advanced equipment to eliminate hazardous materials effectively.
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
Delta, PA
09.2014 - 11.2014
- Decon Support Team Member
- Performed thorough decontamination procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Operated advanced equipment to eliminate hazardous materials effectively.
- Primary Decon Support for Drywell Control Point
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential contamination risks.
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
Tonopah, AZ
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Decon Support Team Member
- Decontaminated Steam Generators
- Performed thorough decontamination procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Streamlined workflows to enhance efficiency in decontamination processes.
Education
Nuclear Technology - Nuclear Technology
Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, WI06-2014
High School Diploma -
Mishicot High School
Mishicot, WI06-2011
Skills
- Outage Zone Lead for: Refuel Floor, Reactor Building, Turbine Deck, Heater Bay, Instrument Calibration, Dry Cask Project, and Low Level Waste- supervised 6-7 RPTs
- Fuel Cleaning Project Lead
- Fuel Inspection Lead- Assisting in safety of workers taking apart leaking bundles during outage
- Dissassembly/Reassembly Nuclear Reactor Rad Coverage
- Personnel Exposure Investigation
- Personnel Contamination Events Investigation/Documentation
- Personal protective equipment
- Incident investigation
- Exposure assessment and Dosimetry Analysis
- Emergency response planning
- ALARA/Micro-ALARA plan compliance
- Occupational Safety
- Instrument Calibration and Documentation
- Radiation protection regulations
- Organizational skills
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Safety procedures
- Computer proficiency
Timeline
Radiation Protection Technician
Constellation Energy
06.2015 - Current
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
01.2015 - 05.2015
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
09.2014 - 11.2014
Decontamination Technician
Bartlett
03.2014 - 05.2014
Nuclear Technology - Nuclear Technology
Lakeshore Technical College
High School Diploma -
Mishicot High School