Radiological Control Technician 3

About the role

Radiological Control Technicians (RCTs) support a wide variety of different work activities across a broad range of facilities at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). They implement radiation protection requirements and work independently on challenging projects requiring collaboration with multiple work groups. Assignments can involve activities in varying work environments and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to field implementation of the Radiation Protection Program through the execution of radiological job coverage, workplace surveys, and documentation of radiological data.
• Assist and mentor less experienced RCTs in the execution of radiation monitoring, contamination control, emergency response, and the implementation of radiation work permits and other work documents.

Requirements

• Experience in providing radiological support for moderate and high-hazard radiological work.
• Experience in responding to radiological events (spill, personnel contamination, etc.).
• Experience in the development of radiological work planning (RWPs, IWDs, etc.).
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection, safety glasses, anti-contamination clothing.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds; Reading vision; Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception; Ability to speak; Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz).
• Ability to sit, crawl, stand, walk, run, and climb; in addition to reaching overhead, horizontally, and down.
• Free from chronic wounds or chronic rashes which disrupt the integrity of the skin that would prevent safe entry into controlled areas.
• Ability to use stairways, fixed ladders, and ladders up to six feet.
• Must be physically able to work in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: Experience in providing radiological support for moderate and high-hazard radiological work. Experience in responding to radiological events (spill, personnel contamination, etc.). Experience in the development of radiological work planning (RWPs, IWDs, etc.). Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection, safety glasses, anti-contamination clothing. Experience in mentoring and training junior RCTs. Knowledge of DOE Radiation Protection policies and procedures. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Education and Years of Relevant Experience: Position requires a high school diploma and a minimum three (3) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Skills

• Knowledge of DOE Radiation Protection policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.

Benefits

Includes PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network, Dental and vision insurance, Free basic life and disability insurance, Paid childbirth and parental leave, Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually), Learning opportunities and tuition assistance, Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays), Onsite gyms and wellness programs, Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).

Pay

$72,800 - $115,400

Schedule

This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a rotating shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.