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How much do radiological control jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for radiological control in the United States is $54,211.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a radiological control technician?

To thrive as a Radiological Control Technician, you need a solid understanding of radiation safety, contamination control, and regulatory compliance, usually supported by relevant technical training or certification. Familiarity with radiation detection instruments, dosimetry systems, and documentation protocols is essential. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for monitoring environments and instructing personnel. These competencies ensure the safe handling of radioactive materials, regulatory adherence, and the protection of both workers and the public.

What is a radiological control?

Radiological control jobs involve monitoring, managing, and ensuring the safety of environments where radioactive materials are used or stored. Professionals in this field are responsible for implementing safety procedures, conducting inspections, and training personnel to minimize radiation exposure. They also ensure compliance with regulatory standards and assist in emergency response situations involving radiation. These roles are critical in industries such as nuclear power, medical facilities, and research laboratories.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in radiological control, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Radiological Control often face the challenge of maintaining strict compliance with safety regulations while supporting operational efficiency. They must stay vigilant about monitoring radiation levels, ensuring proper use of protective equipment, and keeping detailed records. Communication and collaboration with other departments are crucial to implement safety protocols without disrupting workflows. Regular training and staying updated on regulatory changes can help address these challenges and ensure a safe work environment.

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

AspectRadiological ControlRadiation Safety Technician
CertificationsRadiological Control Technician (RCT), Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)Radiation Safety Technician (RST), RCT certifications often overlap
Work EnvironmentNuclear plants, radiological labs, industrial sitesMedical facilities, research labs, nuclear power plants
Employer & IndustryEnergy, defense, industrial sectorsHealthcare, research, nuclear industry

Radiological Control professionals focus on monitoring, controlling, and minimizing radiation exposure in various settings, often requiring specific certifications like RCT. Radiation Safety Technicians perform similar duties but may have a broader focus on safety protocols in medical or research environments. Both roles are essential for radiation safety and often share certifications and work environments, but their specific responsibilities can vary based on industry and employer needs.

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Infographic showing various Radiological Control job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,211 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Radiological Control Technician 4/5

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description
Job Title Radiological Control Technician 4/5
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Radiation Protection - Programs (RP-PROG)
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
This position is open for both external and internal RCT candidates to apply
What You Will Do
Los 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 ($87,800 - $143,000)
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 ($106,400 - $176,000)
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 Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Experience providing radiological support for moderate and high-hazard radiological work.
  • Experience with Senior-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 Senior-level in radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other radiation protection activities.
  • Demonstrated experience and outstanding skills conceptualizing and communicating 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.
  • Senior-level experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigation alternative solutions, and recommending solution on problems affecting radiological safety/protection.
  • Demonstrated experience in advanced ability to provide technical leadership to other technicians.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating activities at very high levels of complexity.
  • Demonstrated experience and Senior-level technical ability, which is expected to be Senior-level in at least several health physics areas (e.g. air monitoring, accelerators instrumentation, software development, and applied health physics).
  • Demonstrated experience and outstanding ability to implement improvement actions and ensure ongoing performance.
  • Senior-level ability and experience in using computer-based office applications such as e-mail and word processing applications.

Additional Job Requirements for Radiation Control Technician 5:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
  • Serve as the primary Radiation Protection point of contact for assisting in job planning, coordinating resources, and resolving issues for radiological work activities.
  • Provide technical leadership of less experiences RCTs, ensuring compliance with radiological procedures.
  • All qualification, skills, knowledge, and experience are expected to be performed at an advanced level.

Education and Years of Relevant Experience at Radiological Control Technician 4 level: 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.
Education and Years of Relevant Experience at Radiological Control Technician 5 level: 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.
DOE O.426.2A: Requires High School Diploma.
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 procedures

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.
Work Environment: Use of protective clothing, including safety glasses and radiological anti-contamination clothing.
Work Schedule: 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.
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.
Note to Applicants: Successful applicants will be required to arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the RCT training class start date. This date will be determined following official offer of employment.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located 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 Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. 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 for additional information.
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 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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 applicable federal, state and local 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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Hamilton, Junior Victor Edward
Email jhamilton@lanl.gov
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