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How much do radiation control jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for radiation control in the United States is $42.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Radiation Control Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Radiation Control Technician, you need a solid background in radiation safety, physics, and regulatory compliance, often supported by an associate’s degree in a science field or relevant certification such as NRRPT. Familiarity with radiation detection instruments, contamination monitoring systems, and regulatory reporting software is crucial. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help ensure accurate monitoring and safe workplace practices. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining safety standards, protecting personnel, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Radiation Control, and how are they addressed in the workplace?

Radiation Control professionals often encounter challenges such as ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations, accurately monitoring radiation levels, and responding promptly to potential exposure incidents. These challenges are addressed through continuous training, use of advanced monitoring equipment, and adherence to well-established protocols. Collaboration with safety officers, engineers, and regulatory agencies is also essential to maintain a safe work environment and to stay updated on the latest industry standards.

What is radiation control?

Radiation control refers to the practices and procedures used to monitor, manage, and reduce exposure to harmful ionizing radiation in various environments, such as medical facilities, nuclear power plants, and research laboratories. Professionals in radiation control ensure that radiation levels remain within safe limits to protect workers, the public, and the environment. They may conduct inspections, maintain radiation detection equipment, enforce safety regulations, and educate others about radiation safety. Effective radiation control is essential for minimizing health risks associated with radiation exposure.

What is the difference between Radiation Control vs Radiation Safety Technician?

AspectRadiation ControlRadiation Safety Technician
CertificationsRadiation Safety Officer (RSO), State licensesRadiation Safety Technician certifications, such as ARRT or state-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, medical, research facilities with radiation sourcesHospitals, clinics, research labs, industrial sites
Job FocusMonitoring, controlling, and managing radiation safety programsImplementing safety procedures, monitoring radiation levels, assisting in compliance

Radiation Control professionals focus on managing and overseeing radiation safety programs, often requiring advanced certifications. Radiation Safety Technicians support these efforts by monitoring radiation levels and assisting in safety compliance. Both roles are vital in environments with radiation sources, but Radiation Control roles typically involve more responsibility and oversight.

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Infographic showing various Radiation Control job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,804 per year, or $42.7 per hour.
Radiation Control Tec 3

Radiation Control Tec 3

United Global Technologies

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

As a fully proficient radiation control technician 3 (RCT 3), provides radiological support at assigned Laboratory sites in the areas of workplace surveillance and analysis/interpretation of radiological data. In addition, provides fully proficient operational health physics support in assigned facility, function or area. Responsible for high-hazard radiological jobs. Ensures compliance with radiation protection activities, procedures and 10CFR835. Implements radiation protection procedures and applies these to a wide range of activities such as reviewing radiological work for proper controls, posting and compliance with Laboratory requirements. Assists and mentors employees in on-the-job training in the areas of: group procedures for radiation monitoring, contamination control, external exposure control and emergency response, radiation work permits, and facility design. Interfaces with emergency personnel or directly responds to an emergency situation involving radiation or radioactive material. Works with health physicist to determining appropriate re-entry requirements, directs as necessary other RCTs in monitoring and dealing with contaminated personnel. The RCT 3 may be called upon on an as-needed basis to successfully assume field management responsibility and direct the actions of other technicians. Completing assignments requires following or adhering to requirements, specifications, or procedures developed for the task. Impact of work may affect an entire facility.
Consequence of error may include serious radiological safety events, including injury to self or others, as well as noncompliance with 10CFR835, with potential for Laboratory fines under the Price-Anderson Amendments Act.
Work involves moderate physical demands, such as lifting and carrying radiation protection instruments and wearing personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection. Work may be outdoors and may be scheduled at time other than regular work hours.This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a rotating shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.?Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds; Reading vision; Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception; Ability to speak; Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz). Ability to sit, crawl, stand, walk, run, and climb; in addition to reaching overhead, horizontally, and down; Free from chronic wounds or chronic rashes which disrupt the integrity of the skin that would prevent safe entry into controlled areas; Ability to use stairways, fixed ladders, and ladders up to six feet. Must be physically able to work in demanding environments.
RCT 3 is considered skilled/fully proficient. Incumbent applies knowledge of the job, and Laboratory policies and principles to complete a wide range of tasks. Has complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field. Also has general knowledge of other related disciplines. Assignments are usually focused while working within established priorities, procedures, processes, requirements or specifications. Priorities and tasks are usually prescribed. Expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives. Impact of work is usually limited to a well-defined area. Incumbent performs normal aspects of job with little or no direct supervision. General instructions are given for new assignments. Work is occasionally reviewed for soundness of judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. Some contributions for original work are expected.
Education
Position typically requires a high school diploma and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. At this level, additional training, certification, and/or education may be desirable.
This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities. This DOE Order establishes entry-level requirements to ensure employees in the positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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 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.