JobSOC 19-4051

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

5 programs

Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician15.1401
Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician41.0204
Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician41.0205
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians, Other41.0299
Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician51.0916

02.

Draws on

Public Safety and Security4.2 of 5
Mechanical4.0 of 5
Physics4.0 of 5
Engineering and Technology3.7 of 5
Education and Training3.6 of 5
Chemistry3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.