Nuclear Technicians

SOC Code: 19-4051

Nuclear Technicianss follow nuclear equipment operational policies and procedures that ensure environmental safety. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 78.3/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Operations Monitoring, Reading Comprehension, Monitoring.

AI-Proof Score: 78.3High
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Median Salary

$104,240

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Job Growth

-7.7%

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Training Time

Medium preparation (1-2 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 3 / 5

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Training Cost

~$15,000

Key Skills

  • Operations Monitoring
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening

Common Tasks

  • Follow nuclear equipment operational policies and procedures that ensure environmental safety.
  • Conduct surveillance testing to determine safety of nuclear equipment.
  • Monitor nuclear reactor equipment performance to identify operational inefficiencies, hazards, or needs for maintenance or repair.
  • Test plant equipment to ensure it is operating properly.
  • Apply safety tags to equipment needing maintenance.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation