• Nuclear Technicians
  • Manufacturing
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 104,536
    $77,126 range bar $129,191
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Very Slow Growing
  • Nuclear Technicians typically work in nuclear energy production or assist physicists, engineers, and other professionals in nuclear research. They operate special equipment used in these activities and monitor the levels of radiation that are produced.

What do they typically do

  • Monitor the performance of equipment used in nuclear experiments and power generation
  • Measure the levels and types of radiation produced by nuclear experiments, power generation, and other activities
  • Collect samples of air, water, and soil, and test for radioactive contamination
  • Instruct personnel on radiation safety procedures and warn them of hazardous conditions
  • Operate and maintain radiation monitoring equipment

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth -3.8%
Job Openings 9

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