Senior Radiation Control Technician

Radiation Control Technician 4 (JP3055)

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Radiation Control Technician 4 position at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary: $45 - $51/hr

Location: Los Alamos, NM (Onsite)

Citizenship: US citizenship Required

Schedule: 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 Clearance

🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates 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 compliance

Applicants who do not meet these mandatory criteria will not be considered.

Impact

As a senior-level RCT 4, this position provides technical leadership and radiological support that directly impacts entire projects and group outcomes. Errors in judgment may result in serious radiological safety incidents, personnel injury, or regulatory violations, potentially leading to Laboratory fines under the Price-Anderson Amendments Act.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Serve as primary point of contact for planning, coordination, and resolution of conflicting radiological control demands in challenging conditions
• Act as subject matter expert for radiological work control packages (RWCPs), ensuring compliance for all radiological work, including high-hazard operations
• Provide coordination of work area resources to support safe and efficient operations
• Anticipate and resolve problems, escalating issues beyond scope when necessary
• Offer technical supervision and leadership, providing review and guidance to junior technicians
• Demonstrate safety and compliance leadership through actions and mentorship
• Lift and carry radiation protection equipment; wear required PPE including respiratory protection
• Perform work outdoors and outside normal working hours as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to independently perform the full range of radiological support activities
• Proven expertise in tactical decision making in dynamic and high-hazard environments
• Strong background in DOE 10CFR835 compliance and radiation protection procedures
• Ability to develop creative and independent solutions to complex radiological challenges
• Skilled at coordinating across teams and providing technical leadership

Desired Skills

• Broad knowledge across health physics and related disciplines
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with customers, technicians, and management
• Experience authoring or reviewing radiological work control packages (RWCPs)
• Ability to influence group outcomes through technical expertise and decision making

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma plus 4–6 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Additional training, certifications, or education (such as an associate’s degree or technical program) may be expected
• Subject to DOE Order 426.2 requirements

Why 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 Statement

COMPA 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.