How do they match: Nuclear Technicians

  • Systems Operator
  • Electric Systems Operator
  • Energy Systems Operator
  • Nuclear Power Plant Process Control Worker

  • 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.

  • Adjust controls of equipment to control particle beam movement, pulse rates, energy or intensity, or radiation, according to specifications.
  • Communicate with accelerator maintenance personnel to ensure readiness of support systems, such as vacuum, water cooling, or radio frequency power sources.
  • Perform testing, maintenance, repair, or upgrading of accelerator systems.
  • Set control panel switches to route electric power from sources and direct particle beams through injector units.

  • Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.
  • Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.