Senior Radiation Control Technician

Radiation Control Technician (RCT 4)

Location: Los Alamos, NM – TA-55 / PF-4

Pay Rate: $45.00 – $51.00 per hour (DOE dependent on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time | Contract

Schedule: 4x10s (Potential shift and weekend coverage)

Start Date: Immediate Hire

Duration: TBD – Strong potential for long-term extension

Join a Critical Mission at One of the Nation’s Premier Nuclear Facilities

COMPA Industries is seeking an experienced Senior Radiation Control Technician (RCT 4) to support high-hazard radiological operations at TA-55. This is a high-impact role within a secure nuclear environment where your technical expertise directly contributes to national security and safe mission execution.

If you are a senior-level RCT who thrives in complex operational settings, values precision, and takes pride in maintaining the highest radiological safety standards, this opportunity offers challenging work, strong compensation, and long-term potential.

Position Overview

The RCT 4 serves as a technical leader and subject matter expert in radiological controls. You will support complex work activities, ensure full compliance with 10 CFR 835 and DOE requirements, and provide guidance in dynamic, high-consequence environments.

This role requires independent decision-making, strong coordination skills, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve radiological safety challenges before they impact operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the full scope of senior-level RCT support for radiological and high-hazard operations
• Lead and support development of Radiological Work Control Packages (RWCPs)
• Ensure proper implementation of radiological controls and work practices
• Serve as a primary point of contact for radiological planning and execution
• Coordinate personnel and resources to resolve operational conflicts
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to RCT staff and operational teams
• Anticipate, evaluate, and resolve radiological safety issues
• Maintain strict compliance with DOE regulations and site-specific requirements
• Support shift, weekend, or on-call coverage as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 4–6 years of related RCT experience
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated senior-level RCT knowledge and independent decision-making capability
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in high-tempo environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOE Q Clearance
• Ability to meet Human Reliability Program (HRP) requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior DOE and/or LANL experience
• Additional technical certifications or advanced radiological training
• Experience supporting nuclear or high-hazard radiological facilities

Clearance & Access Requirements

• DOE Q Clearance (must be eligible to obtain)
• HRP participation required
• Unescorted access required
• U.S. Citizenship required per DOE regulations

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs; carry up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, crawl, and work in physically demanding environments
• Ability to use ladders and stairways
• Must be free from skin conditions that prevent entry into controlled radiological areas
• Ability to wear PPE and respiratory protection as required

Work Environment

• Secure nuclear facility (on-site only)
• No remote work
• May include off-shift or weekend assignments
• Shift differential may apply when assigned

Per Diem / Relocation

Either per diem or relocation assistance available (not both).

Why Work With COMPA Industries?

At COMPA Industries, we partner with premier national laboratories and high-security facilities to deliver top-tier technical talent. We value safety, integrity, and professional excellence. Our employees are trusted contributors to critical national missions and are supported with competitive compensation and strong contract stability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

COMPA Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.