Radiation Protection Technician — Field Surveys & Compliance

Lawrence Berkeley Labs; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory seeks a Radiation Control Technician to join the Environment, Health, and Safety division's Radiation Protection Group in Berkeley, CA, supporting radiological protection and material management for lab operations.

The role includes radiological surveillance, contamination and dose rate surveys, and ensuring worker compliance with safety requirements and ALARA principles, with opportunities to advance to complex field activities.

Qualifications

• DOE/NRC 3.1 qualified Radiation Control Technician or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of radiation measurement and radioisotope handling principles.
• Ten years of relevant radiation experience, with 3 years as a qualified RCT/HPT/ELT.
• Ability to develop and implement radiation safety procedures and QA documentation.
• Excellent written, oral communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform radiological surveys (radiation, contamination, airborne radioactivity) and generate reports.
• Perform routine and complex radiological surveys in laboratories, construction sites, and remediation areas.
• Conduct release surveys of materials and equipment from radiological control areas.
• Evaluate radiological conditions to support work authorization and survey plans.
• Post/label areas and items controlled for radiological purposes.
• Respond to radiological incidents and emergencies and plan complex work activities.
• Provide radiological support during preparation, packaging, and shipment of radioactive materials.
• Verify worker compliance with radiological and ALARA standards and train staff.

Skills

Radiation safety

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Computer skills

Tools

NNRPT certification

Job description

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory seeks a Radiation Control Technician to join the Environment, Health, and Safety division's Radiation Protection Group in Berkeley, CA, supporting radiological protection and material management for lab operations.

The role includes radiological surveillance, contamination and dose rate surveys, and ensuring worker compliance with safety requirements and ALARA principles, with opportunities to advance to complex field activities.