Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, DOE Clearance, DOE-Q (Top Secret Restricted Data), Emergency Response, Health Physics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, On Site Support, Operational Support, Physics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Radiation Safety, Surveillance, United States Citizen, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Writing Skills
Radiation Control Technician 3 – Nuclear Facilities (DOE/LANL)
Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite
Compensation: $37–$43/hr + shift differential eligibility
Schedule: Full-time | May include 24/7 rotating shifts and weekend assignments
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance: Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
WHY THIS ROLE
Los Alamos National Laboratory is one of the most mission-critical scientific facilities in the world - and the Radiation Control Technician 3 is a key part of keeping it safe. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role where your expertise directly protects people, facilities, and the mission. If you're an experienced RCT who takes pride in your craft and wants to work alongside some of the best health physicists in the country, this is the opportunity for you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide radiological and operational health physics support across LANL facilities and high-hazard areas
- Conduct workplace surveillance, interpret radiological data, and ensure compliance with 10CFR835 and radiation protection procedures
- Review and support radiation work permits, posting compliance, and facility design input
- Mentor and guide junior technicians in contamination control, exposure management, and procedural compliance
- Respond to radiological emergencies and coordinate re-entry strategies with health physicists
- Supervise other technicians during field assignments as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
- 5+ years of experience as a Radiation Control Technician in a DOE, nuclear, or equivalent high-hazard environment
- Proficiency in 10CFR835, radiological posting, and contamination control procedures
- Experience with RWP development, review, and execution
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- DOE facility experience, especially at a national laboratory
- NRRPT certification
- DOE Core Training Card
- Experience supporting nuclear operations, hot cell work, or glove box operations
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS - READ BEFORE APPLYING
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
- Must have 5+ years of RCT experience in a DOE, nuclear, or equivalent regulated environment
- Must be able to work 100% onsite in Los Alamos, NM including rotating shifts and weekends
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