Senior RCT - Radiological Controls Technician

ReNuke Services Inc; Tennessee; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNuke Services Inc is looking for an experienced Senior Radiological Control Technician (Sr. RCT) to support Decontamination & Decommissioning (D&D) operations across multiple US sites. The ideal candidate will conduct field job coverage, perform radiological surveys, and ensure adherence to all safety procedures.

This position requires a minimum of 3 years in radiological control, proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data management, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Strong understanding of radiological principles and experience in D&D operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in radiological control.
• Strong understanding of isotopes and exposure mitigation techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiological surveys and document results.
• Provide job coverage during D&D operations ensuring safety.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation for field work.

Skills

Radiological principles

Data entry in Microsoft Excel

Radiological surveys

Mentoring junior staff

Hazard control

Tools

Microsoft Excel

LIMS

Job description

ReNuke is seeking an experienced Senior Radiological Control Technician (Sr. RCT) to support Decontamination & Decommissioning (D&D) operations at multiple sites throughout the US. The Sr. RCT will be responsible for conducting field job coverage, performing and documenting radiological surveys, and supporting D&D activities with a focus on worker safety, regulatory compliance, and accurate technical data.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide job coverage for the D&D team, ensuring adherence to all radiological safety procedures during field demolition and decontamination work.
• Perform radiological surveys including contamination, dose rate, airborne, and removable sampling in accordance with approved procedures and work packages.
• Evaluate and interpret survey results and assist in establishing radiological boundaries for D&D activities.
• Prepare, review, and maintain required documentation such as Radiological Work Permits (RWPs), COC/RFA forms, survey maps, and decontamination logs.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to input, organize, and analyze survey data — including embedding image documentation and copying worksheets while maintaining formula integrity.
• Import images and scanned survey documents from Word/PDF into Excel logs as required for reporting and visual tracking.
• Support environmental sample tracking using spreadsheet-based or electronic logging tools (e.g., LIMS).
• Mentor and direct junior RCTs or health physics technicians; may act as lead on shift or assigned work package.
• Maintain and calibrate radiological instruments used in field monitoring.
• Provide input into lessons learned, procedural updates, and job planning documents.
• Serve as Alternate Project RSO as needed to support continuity of program oversight.
• Participate in radiological incident response planning and corrective action implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in radiological control
• Demonstrated experience supporting D&D operations including field job coverage, survey planning, and hazard control.
• Strong understanding of radiological principles, isotopes (alpha, beta/gamma, neutron), and exposure mitigation techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
  • Accurate and organized data entry
  • Embedding images from Word or PDF for documentation purposes
  • Copying worksheet tabs while maintaining formatting and preserving cell formulas and references
• Familiarity with radiological data management systems such as LIMS, RFA/COC logging, and digital survey logs.
• Ability to work in Level B and SCBA/PAPR environments; Level A training preferred.
• Capable of performing duties in High Radiation, High Contamination, and Airborne Radioactivity Areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface with health physics, safety, and operations personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work history supporting DOE or NRC-regulated nuclear decommissioning projects.
• Knowledge of sample packaging, manifesting, and shipment of radioactive waste.