Sr. Radiation Control Technician

GEM Technologies, Inc.•Los Alamos, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Sr. Radiation Control Technician to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Los Alamos, New Mexico. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for planning, coordinating, and resource managing in dynamic, high-hazard environments. Perform the full range of RCT support activities, including high-hazard radiological work. Develop and implement Radiological Work Control Packages (RWCPs) and ensure proper application of radiological controls. Provide technical guidance and leadership to other technicians, including review and coordination of work. Anticipate and resolve technical and operational problems, escalating when necessary. Ensure customer requests for radiation protection are fulfilled while maintaining RP-1 priorities. Demonstrate excellence in safety and compliance, serving as a role model for co-workers and customers. Work independently, using ingenuity and creativity to solve complex problems. Perform technical supervision and coordination responsibilities. About the Site The NNSA's Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is a design laboratory responsible for the safety and reliability of the nuclear explosives package in nuclear weapons. This lab possesses unique capabilities in neutron scattering, enhanced surveillance, radiography, and plutonium science and engineering (energy.gov). ABOUT GEM GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are: Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success. Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions. Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office. Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan. Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Requirements

Education & Years of Experience – High School Diploma and 5+ years of relevant experience.
Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
Experience supporting radiological activities and facilities, applying operational health physics principles.
Knowledge of radiation protection regulations including 10 CFR 835.
Ability to operate in high-hazard, dynamic, and challenging environments.
Capable of working rotating shifts, weekends, and 24/7 coverage as required.
Work independently with minimal supervision and exercise judgment in complex situations.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry 35 lbs. Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb, crawl, and reach overhead, horizontally, and downward. Ability to use ladders (up to six feet) and stairways. Adequate vision, hearing, and communication capabilities. Able to wear PPE, including respiratory protection. Free from chronic wounds or rashes that prevent safe work in controlled areas.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for planning, coordinating, and resource managing in dynamic, high-hazard environments.
Perform the full range of RCT support activities, including high-hazard radiological work.
Develop and implement Radiological Work Control Packages (RWCPs) and ensure proper application of radiological controls.
Provide technical guidance and leadership to other technicians, including review and coordination of work.
Anticipate and resolve technical and operational problems, escalating when necessary.
Ensure customer requests for radiation protection are fulfilled while maintaining RP-1 priorities.
Demonstrate excellence in safety and compliance, serving as a role model for co-workers and customers.
Work independently, using ingenuity and creativity to solve complex problems.
Perform technical supervision and coordination responsibilities.