Radiation Control Tec 3

Radiation Control Technician 3 (JP3167)Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Radiation Control Technician 3 position at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.Salary: $37 - $43/hrLocation: Los Alamos, NM (Onsite)Citizenship: US citizenship RequiredSchedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, including rotating shifts and weekend assignments. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager.Clearance: Ability to acquire a Q ClearanceMandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before ApplyingCandidates must meet the following requirements to be considered for this position:U.S. Citizenship (required for Q clearance)Eligibility for DOE Q Clearance, including background investigation and DOE Order 426.2 complianceApplicants who do not meet these mandatory criteria will not be considered.ImpactThe RCT 3 plays a critical role in ensuring radiological safety at Laboratory sites. Errors in this position could lead to serious safety events, injury, and regulatory noncompliance, potentially resulting in fines under the Price-Anderson Amendments Act. Work may affect entire facilities.Responsibilities And DutiesProvide radiological and operational health physics support in assigned facilities and high-hazard areasConduct workplace surveillance and interpret radiological dataEnsure compliance with radiation protection procedures and 10CFR835Mentor and assist personnel in contamination and exposure control, emergency response, radiation permits, and procedural complianceRespond to radiation-related emergencies and coordinate with health physicists on re-entry strategiesSupervise and direct other technicians as needed during field assignmentsLift and carry radiation monitoring equipment, wear PPE including respiratorsPerform duties outdoors and outside regular work hours as requiredMinimum QualificationsSkilled/fully proficient in radiological monitoring and emergency responseExperience with posting compliance, work permit reviews, and facility design inputAbility to apply technical principles across a wide range of tasksLimited supervision required for daily responsibilitiesCapability to provide solutions consistent with organizational goalsDesired SkillsBroad understanding of health physics principlesKnowledge of related disciplines and interdependenciesStrong judgment in radiological safety decisionsExperience training others in RCT proceduresEducation And Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma plus 2–4 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experienceAdditional training, certification, or education may be desirableSubject to DOE Order 426.2 requirementsWhy Work at COMPA Industries? At COMPA, we don't just offer jobs — we build careers. With over 30 years of success supporting nuclear facilities, we combine technical expertise with a forward-thinking mission. You'll join a collaborative team working at the forefront of national security challenges, with competitive pay and opportunities for real impact. Equal Opportunity StatementCOMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. Certain criminal histories may disqualify candidates for specific positions, per company policy.