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How much does a Radiation Safety Technician I make in the United States? The average Radiation Safety Technician I salary in the United States is $70,950 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $61,350 and $85,610. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Radiation Safety Technician I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radiation Safety Technician I Salary $52,610 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Radiation Safety Technician I Salary $61,350 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Radiation Safety Technician I Salary $70,950 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Radiation Safety Technician I Salary $85,610 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Radiation Safety Technician I Salary $98,957 US March 26, 2024
25% $61,350 10% $52,610 90% $98,957 75% $85,610 $70,950 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Radiation Safety Technician I ensures all meters and monitoring equipment is correctly calibrated and maintained. Performs and documents routine radiation and contamination surveys to detect radioactivity levels. Being a Radiation Safety Technician I follows standard procedures to respond to and report incidents. May assist in distributing and collecting personal dosimeters or conducting safety training. In addition, Radiation Safety Technician I typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Radiation Safety Technician I works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as a Radiation Safety Technician I typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Radiation Safety Technician I

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Radiation Protection Technician II

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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