Senior Radiation Control Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Radiation Control Technician 4

Location: Los Alamos, NM 87545 (Onsite)

Compensation: $50-$55/hr, placeholder pending rate confirmation, plus shift differential eligibility

Schedule: Full-time, may include rotating shifts and weekend assignments

Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Radiation Control Technician 4 to serve as the primary point of contact for planning, resource coordination, and resolution of conflicting demands in dynamic radiological work environments. This role acts as the authorized subject matter expert for Radiological Work Control Packages (RWCPs), supporting high-hazard radiological work with sound tactical decision making and strong customer service under RP-1 priorities.

• Develop and review radiological work packages, including time, material, and labor estimates
• Serve as the authorized subject matter expert for RWCPs, ensuring correct application of radiological controls
• Coordinate work area resources to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Fulfill customer radiation protection requests in accordance with RP-1 priorities
• Work effectively with customers and supervision to resolve problems, elevating issues as needed
• Provide technical leadership and review, potentially including technical supervision responsibilities
• Anticipate problems and resolve unforeseen issues, demonstrating expertise in safety and compliance
• Contribute substantially to project and group accomplishments through independent effort
• Develop solutions to complex problems, applying ingenuity, creativity, and independence
• Perform work with moderate physical demands, including lifting and carrying radiation protection instruments

• High school diploma and four to six years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Additional training, certification, or education may be expected, including associate's degrees or graduation from technical institutions
• Extensive experience supporting radiological activities and facilities
• Operational health physics expertise
• Considerable knowledge and skills beyond those expected at Level 3
• Demonstrated ability to apply extensive knowledge to complete specialized tasks
• Ability to work without appreciable direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives

This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities. Work is performed under 10 CFR 835 requirements.