Radiological Control Technician 4/5

About the role

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking skilled Radiological Control Technicians (RCTs) to support a variety of work activities across different facilities. RCTs play a crucial role in implementing radiation protection requirements and collaborating with multiple work groups.

Responsibilities

• Radiological Control Technician 4:
• Support field implementation of the Radiation Protection Program through radiological job coverage, workplace surveys, and documentation of radiological data.
• Assist and mentor less experienced RCTs in radiation monitoring, contamination control, emergency response, and work permit documentation.
• Radiological Control Technician 5:
• Provide direct support as the primary Radiation Protection point of contact for job planning, resource coordination, and issue resolution.
• Lead less experienced RCTs in ensuring compliance with radiation protection procedures.

Requirements

• Experience providing radiological support for moderate and high-hazard work.
• Senior-level knowledge in radiation protection principles and practices, with experience in at least one health physics area (e.g., accelerators, reactors, actinides).
• Experience with radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other radiation protection activities.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in conceptualizing and communicating radiological safety/protection concepts.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection and anti-contamination clothing.
• Advanced experience in conducting research, investigating alternatives, and recommending solutions.
• Strong technical leadership and coordination skills.
• Advanced ability to implement improvements and ensure ongoing performance.
• Proficiency in using computer-based office applications.

Qualifications

• Radiological Control Technician 4:
• High school diploma and 5+ years of related experience.
• Radiological Control Technician 5:
• High school diploma and 6+ years of related experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior DOE RCT experience.
• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Currently DOE Core certified.
• NRRPT (National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists).
• Familiarity with LANL policies, practices, and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds.
• Reading vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, speaking, hearing in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz).
• Ability to sit, crawl, stand, walk, run, and climb.
• Free from chronic wounds or rashes that disrupt skin integrity.
• Ability to use stairways, fixed ladders, and ladders up to six feet.

Work Environment

• Use of protective clothing, including safety glasses and radiological anti-contamination clothing.

Work Schedule

• This position may require 24/7 coverage, including rotating shifts and weekends.

Work Location

The work location is onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Position Commitment

The position commitment is 2 years.

Note to Applicants

Successful applicants will be required to arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the RCT training class start date.

Clearance

• Q (Position will be cleared to this level).

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.