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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for radcon in Idaho is $26.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.04 and $30.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Radcon (Radiological Control) job involves monitoring and controlling radiation exposure in nuclear or radiological environments. Radcon technicians ensure safety by performing radiation surveys, implementing contamination controls, and enforcing safety protocols. They work in power plants, research facilities, and other industries handling radioactive materials. Their role is critical in protecting workers, the public, and the environment from radiation hazards.

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As a Radcon technician, your daily duties usually include conducting radiological surveys, monitoring area and personnel exposure, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring proper implementation of radiation safety protocols. You may also be responsible for overseeing the use and storage of radioactive materials, calibrating detection equipment, and providing guidance to workers on contamination control procedures. Regular interaction with operations staff and participation in safety meetings are common, making teamwork and clear communication important aspects of the role. This mix of technical and interpersonal tasks ensures adherence to regulatory standards and helps safeguard both personnel and the environment.

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To thrive as a Radcon (Radiological Control Technician), you need a strong understanding of radiation safety principles, monitoring techniques, and often an associate degree in a physical science and relevant certifications like DOE or NAVSEA qualifications. Familiarity with radiological survey instruments, dosimetry equipment, and reporting systems such as RADMAN or RSCS is essential. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are key soft skills for success in this position. These competencies are vital for ensuring safe work environments, regulatory compliance, and efficient coordination with multidisciplinary teams in nuclear or radiological settings.

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Senior Radiological Control Technician

MarCom LLC

Idaho Falls, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

 

Sr. Radiological Control Technician

Full Time

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Please Note: While we do not have any openings for this position at this time, we are collecting resumes for when the position becomes available again.

 

MarCom, LLC is a woman-owned small business with offices in Idaho Falls, Idaho; Butte, Montana; and Fort Collins, Colorado. Founded in 2003, MarCom provides environmental services, industrial hygiene services, radioactive waste management, and on demand staffing to U.S. Department of Energy sites as well as commercial customers.

MarCom’s service approach and reputation is built on technical credibility and provides the highest caliber of qualified individuals for a diverse range of compliance areas. We are also committed to customer satisfaction and strive to be the supplier of choice. To achieve the operational excellence required to meet this goal, we align our business systems and readily adapt our operations to help meet milestones and schedules. Due to exemplary services performed, MarCom was awarded DOE’s Small Business of the Year Award for Fiscal Year 2019.

Job Summary:

Performs required radiological surveys for free release of material at RBA, personnel surveys for contamination, surveys for contamination control, airborne radioactivity control, and surveys to categorize waste for shipment. Provide radiological work coverage, write radiological control work permits (RWP), enforce radiological control requirements, ensure ALARA principles are followed during work and respond to radiological emergencies as required. Validate safe conduct of radiological work.  Survey waste material, excess materials, vehicles, and other materials as needed. Serve as radiological oversight mentors and advisors to facility personnel conducting radiological work. Perform ongoing RadCon surveillance and assessments. Provide evaluation feedback to the RadCon foreman and supervisor related to the adequacy of the worker radiological training and the work organizations implementation of the RadCon program. Maintain proficiency and qualifications through completion of work, self-study and training activities.

 

Qualifications:

  • ICP Core is a national security site, where only United States citizens or permanent alien residents are permitted to work.
  • Provides radiological support coverage for maintenance, operational, and routine work that involves radioactive materials.
  • Provides monitoring for Radiation, Contamination, and Airborne Radioactivity in the workplace as required by Radiological program procedures and 10 CFR 835.
  • These activities will only be performed under the direct oversight of a qualified RCT.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds

 

Education and Training Requirements:

Subcontractors shall have to meet the same knowledge level and qualifications required of the INL RCT performing the same duties. Subcontractors shall meet the training requirements as outlined below:

  • High School diploma
  • Current DOE Core Certification or ability to pass DOE Core test
  • Vocational college certification or equivalent in radiation protection
  • NRRPT Certification preferred. 


Our Benefits:

 

MarCom offers Health, Dental and Vision insurance, company paid Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment benefits, company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Holiday pay and a 401(K) with a generous match.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with MarCom, LLC without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.

This job posting does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.


 

We thank all applicants for your interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted.


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