Radiological Control Technician 4/5

What You Will DoLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is looking for skilled Radiological Control Technicians (RCTs) to join the Radiation Protection (RP) Division. RCTs support a wide variety of different work activities across a broad range of facilities and can learn new skills and expand their expertise in the identification and understanding of radiological hazards and controls. LANL RCTs implement radiation protection requirements and work independently on challenging projects requiring collaboration with multiple work groups. Assignments can involve activities in varying work environments and weather conditions. This is a great opportunity to further your career in the Radiation Protection field while contributing directly to national security.Radiological Control Technician 4 ($76,900 - $122,200)As an RCT 4, you will provide direct support to field implementation of the Radiation Protection Program through the execution of radiological job coverage, workplace surveys, and documentation of radiological data. In addition, you will assist and mentor less experienced RCTs in the execution of radiation monitoring, contamination control, emergency response, and the implementation of radiation work permits and other work documents.Radiological Control Technician 5 ($92,300 - $151,000)In addition to what was outlined at the RCT 4 level, you may serve as the primary Radiation Protection point of contact for assisting in job planning, coordinating resources, and resolving issues for radiological work activities. You will also provide technical leadership of less experiences RCTs, ensuring compliance with radiological procedures.What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements: Experience in providing radiological support for moderate and high-hazard radiological work. Experience with advanced-level and technical knowledge in radiation protection principles and practices, and ability to implement those principles in at least one area of health physics (e.g. accelerators, reactors, actinides). Experience with advanced level in radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other radiation protection activities. Experience in advanced skills to conceptualize and communicate major elements of radiological safety/protection to all levels of personnel. Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection, safety glasses, anti-contamination clothing. Advanced experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigation alternative solutions, and recommending solution on problems affecting radiological safety/protection. Experience in advanced ability to provide technical leadership to other technicians. Extensive experience in coordination of activities at very high levels of complexity. Experience in advanced technical ability, which is expected to be advanced in at least several health physics areas (e.g. air monitoring, accelerators instrumentation, software development, and applied health physics). Experience in advanced ability to implement improvement actions and ensure ongoing performance. Advanced ability and experience in using computer-based office applications such as e-mail and word processing applications.Education and Years of Relevant ExperienceRadiological Control Technician 4:This position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.Radiological Control Technician 5:This position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 6 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, additional training, certification, and/or education may be expected.Desired Qualifications: Prior DOE RCT experience Active DOE Q clearance Currently DOE Core certified NRRPT (National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists) Familiar with LANL policies, practices, and proceduresClearanceActive DOE "Q" or other Top Secret clearance.Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds; Reading vision; Ability to speak; Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz). Ability to use stairways, fixed ladders, and ladders up to six feet. Must be physically able to work in demanding environments.Work Environment: Use of protective clothing, including safety glasses and radiological anti-contamination clothing.Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.Where You Will WorkLocated in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network§ Dental and vision insurance§ Free basic life and disability insurance§ Paid childbirth and parental leave§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)Additional DetailsDirective 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-A/@Aimages/file) for additional information.HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to 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 federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.