Kyle Peters
Coal City,IL
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in radiation protection and labor roles. Proven analytical skills and a deep understanding of safety protocols and regulatory compliance ensure a commitment to maintaining high standards of operational safety. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, consistently contributing to effective teamwork and the successful achievement of organizational goals. Passionate about fostering a safe work environment while driving results through collaboration and diligence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Constellation Sites, (Illinois Circuit)
01.2026 - Current
- Worked with Radiation protection Laborers supporting trash and laundry and contamination control activities.
- Facilitated decontamination efforts to uphold acceptable radiation worker practices while maintaining rigorous procedural standards.
- Aided senior qualified technicians in high-risk operations, leveraging opportunities for skill advancement and capturing insights for future reference.
- Conducted radiation surveys to monitor levels and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols and procedures for radiation protection programs.
- Maintained accurate records of radiation exposure data for personnel and equipment.
- Evaluated work areas for potential hazards, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
- Participated in incident investigations for PCE's to identifying root causes offer input contributing to future preventive measures.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding radiological concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to radiation protection initiatives.
- Collaborated with a team of technicians to perform decontamination tasks, minimizing exposure risks for workers.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards through precise record-keeping and documentation of radiological data.
- Implemented training sessions on proper radiation protection techniques and protocols, enhancing safety standards among colleagues.
Tank Cleaner
Spike Enterprise
Joliet
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted in providing labor support for industrial cleaning tasks including tank cleaning, vacuum truck operations, dewatering services, confined space cleaning, vapor scrubbing, dredging, pump watching, valve operation, and fire water washing. Operated support truck and documented all inspection service reports.
- Ensured safety of team members by following proper procedures during tank cleaning operations.
- Assisted in training new employees on best practices for efficient and effective tank cleaning methods.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to support colleagues as needed.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by closely adhering to OSHA guidelines and reporting any hazards promptly.
Hydroblast Technician
Debusk
Joliet
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Operate and set-up all necessary cleaning equipment such as high pressure pumps, in service line hydro-blasting, and vacuum), in accordance with operational and training and guidelines and safety procedures. Adhere to all safety policies and practices, including but not limited to personal protective gear. Ability to work safely in and around heavy machinery in loud, hazardous, and heaving industrial settings. Manually clean, install, fit repair valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets and all other external and internal equipment on tanks.
Station Laborer
ABM
Dresden Generating Station
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Directly worked with Radiation protection tasked with decontaminating areas and tools prior to being released.
- Ensuring Daily safety Goals are met with HU tools, STAR, 2 min drill and a full pre job brief is completed prior to begging work.
- Monitored and organized dress-out areas, maintaining sufficient PPE stock to effectively respond to unforeseen situations.
- perform daily checklist to maintain contamination control throughout the plant ensuring workers exposure was as low as possible.
- Assisted radiation protection technician in the installation of lead shielding packages, ensuring compliance with safety standards and reducing worker exposure.
- Executed loading and unloading of Unitech laundry shipments while ensuring compliance with radiation safety protocols.
- Sustained orderly and hygienic work environments to support safe and efficient operations.
- Assisted in training new laborers on proper safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Assessed inventory status of materials and tools, guaranteeing readiness for ongoing project requirements IE mops, rags, oil diapers etc.
- Executed comprehensive housekeeping and cleaning operations to maintain facility standards.
- Supported project success through diligent compliance with supervisor instructions and flexibility in response to shifting priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship by prioritizing attention to detail and strict adherence to industry standards.
- Maintained high performance levels under adverse weather conditions and other external influences to ensure operational continuity.
- Facilitated waste reduction efforts through accurate measurement and assembly of materials as required.
Unloader
Amazon
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated pallet jacks to efficiently unload shipments from delivery trucks.
- Conducted quality checks on received merchandise for accuracy and condition.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new employees on unloading procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented improvements in unloading processes to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw daily unloading operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Used barcode scanners and other technology to track and document cargo information.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by adjusting seamlessly to sudden changes in shipment schedules or warehouse priorities.
- Handled hazardous materials with care by following relevant safety guidelines to avoid environmental hazards.
- Kept facilities clean and organized to promote safe work environments and avoid injuries.
- Upheld high standards of customer service by ensuring that all unloaded products remained undamaged throughout the entire process.
- Reduced manual labor required for unloading tasks by utilizing appropriate equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Maintained clear communication with warehouse supervisors regarding shipment arrivals, delays, or issues encountered during the unloading process.
Education
High School -
Coal City High School
Coal City05-2021
Skills
- Communication
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Personal protective equipment
- Maintenance and troubleshooting
- Contamination control
- Radioactive material handling
- Radiation safety procedures
- Health physics fundamentals
- Problem-solving
- Procedural adherence
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Junior Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
01.2026 - Current
Tank Cleaner
Spike Enterprise
02.2025 - Current
Hydroblast Technician
Debusk
09.2024 - 01.2025
Station Laborer
ABM
04.2022 - 02.2024
Unloader
Amazon
10.2021 - 01.2022
High School -
Coal City High School