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Responsible for performing radiological control activities in support of HPDU production operations ... On-site in Jonesborough, Tennessee Your Day to Day as a HPDU Radiation Control Technician:

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time radiological control technician in the United States is $24.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFull Time Radiological Control TechnicianRadiological Safety Technician
CertificationsRadiological Control Technician (RCT) certification, OSHA trainingSimilar certifications, often including RCT or radiation safety training
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, nuclear, or research facilities with radiation sourcesEnvironmental monitoring, safety assessments, and compliance roles
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in nuclear power plants, research labs, and industrial sitesIn regulatory agencies, environmental agencies, and safety departments

Both roles involve radiation safety and require similar certifications, but the Full Time Radiological Control Technician typically works directly in industrial or nuclear settings, focusing on radiation control and monitoring. The Radiological Safety Technician often works in regulatory or environmental contexts, emphasizing safety assessments and compliance.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Radiological Control Technician job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 19% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,826 per year, or $24.4 per hour.
Radiological Control Technician (RCT)

Radiological Control Technician (RCT)

GEM Technologies, Inc

Oak Ridge, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 hours ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Radiological Control Technician (RCT) to join our team supporting the Y-12 National Security Complex! This position is full-time and will be based out of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Responsibilities
  • Performs monitoring of personnel, work areas, and items leaving radiological areas for control of exposures from internal and external sources.
  • Recommends appropriate personnel monitoring devices, protective equipment, and working time for operations and maintenance personnel working with sources of radiation.
  • Observes processes.
  • Reads, records, evaluates, and reports data from radiation detective devices, and air and bioassay sampling.
  • Conducts investigation of cause and effect for results exceeding the guides, standards, and limits.
  • Calibrates instruments, operates automated low background counting equipment, processes TLDs, and performs lung counts.
  • Participates in the planning phase of new work processes.
  • Serves as a member of the emergency response organization.

Requirements
  • Education & Years of Experience - Associate's Degree in a Technical Field and 10+ years of relevant experience; a high school diploma & 20 or more years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 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.
  • Training Courses - To be considered, you must have record of an active 40-Hr HAZWOPER Training and/or current, non-lapsing 8-Hr Refresher(s).
  • Testing - To be considered, you must have record of passing the DOE RCT-Standardized CORE Exam.
  • Must be able to perform mathematical computations and conversions to express sampling and monitoring results in proper units and terms.
  • Must be knowledgeable and trained in principles, methods, and mechanics of monitoring and sampling of radiological hazards.
  • Must understand the basic nature of the types of radiation.
  • Must be able to recognize and characterize problems related to standards and limits, plan investigation action and define corrective measure.

About the Site
The NNSA's Y-12 National Security Complex, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is the nation's only source of enriched uranium nuclear weapon components and provides enriched uranium for the U.S. Navy as well as excels in materials science, precision manufacturing, and stores enriched uranium. Y-12 supports efforts to reduce nuclear proliferation risk and performs work for other government agencies (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.

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