Demo

Senior Radiation Technician

CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services
Los Alamos, NM Contractor
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 3/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Radiation Technician position at CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services?

CEIS | Government is seeking an experienced Radiation Protection Technician 4 (RCT 4) to join our team supporting high-consequence DOE operations. This senior-level role serves as the primary point of contact for radiation protection planning and implementation in dynamic, high-hazard environments. The ideal candidate will bring advanced technical knowledge, strong field leadership, and the ability to resolve complex challenges while ensuring compliance with 10 CFR 835 and DOE safety directives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as subject matter expert in the development and execution of Radiological Work Control Packages (RWCPs).
  • Lead field implementation of radiological controls for high-risk and high-traffic work areas.
  • Anticipate, identify, and resolve work conflicts and resource needs in real time.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior RCTs and field staff.
  • Support and enforce operational excellence and compliance across RP-1 priorities.
  • Participate in shift rotation schedules and respond to off-hours operations as required.
  • Conduct radiological surveys, instrumentation oversight, and exposure mitigation strategies.
  • Elevate unresolved issues and provide solutions in support of safety and mission execution.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma and 4-6 years of relevant radiation protection experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in supporting nuclear operations and high-hazard radiological facilities.
  • Strong understanding of 10 CFR 835, DOE orders, and facility-specific RP protocols.
  • Experience preparing technical documentation and conducting in-field tactical decision-making.
  • Must be able to lift/carry RP instruments and wear PPE, including respiratory protection.
  • U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates Degree, technical school graduation, or formal radiological training.
  • Prior experience in DOE nuclear facilities.
  • Qualification under DOE O 426.2.
  • Previous participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP).
  • Demonstrated leadership in operational health physics, radiological planning, or RWCP development.

Hourly Wage Estimation for Senior Radiation Technician in Los Alamos, NM
$39.00 to $51.00
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Senior Radiation Technician?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior Radiation Technician career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$88,648 - $113,791
Income Estimation: 
$267,265 - $321,446
Income Estimation: 
$74,333 - $101,518
Income Estimation: 
$85,784 - $114,624
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services

  • CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services Catoosa, OK
  • CEIS | Power is looking for a BCSP Certified Safety Professional to join our team in Catoosa, Oklahoma. The Safety Professional plays a crucial role in sup... more
  • 20 Days Ago

  • CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services Madison, WI
  • CEIS Power is currently looking for a strategic Project Manager for one of our top clients in Madison, Wisconsin Job Description Program Manager for constr... more
  • 20 Days Ago

  • CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services Perris, CA
  • CEIS Power is seeking an experienced Steam Turbine Blader with 5 years of experience performing steam turbine blading, overhaul, and repair activities in s... more
  • 20 Days Ago

  • CEIS | Critical Energy Infrastructure Services Perris, CA
  • CEIS Power is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist with 3 years of experience machining precision rotating equipment components in a repair or manufactu... more
  • 20 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Radiation Technician jobs in the Los Alamos, NM area that may be a better fit.

  • BROWN FEDERAL SERVICES LLC Los Alamos, NM
  • Summary As a fully proficient radiation control technician 3 (RCT 3), provides radiological support at assigned Laboratory sites in the areas of workplace ... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC Los Alamos, NM
  • Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Radiation Control Technician 3 opportunity in Los Alamos, NM to support the Los Alamos... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!