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19-4051.00 - Nuclear Technicians

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

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19-4051.01 Nuclear Equipment Operation Technicians

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19-4051.02 Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

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Credentials

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2019)	$39.46 hourly, $82,080 annual
State wages
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Employment (2018)	7,600 employees
Projected growth (2018-2028)	Decline (-2% or lower)
Projected job openings (2018-2028)	900
State trends

Top industries (2018)	Utilities (58% employed in this sector) Administrative and Support Services (13%) Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (13%) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data and 2018-2028 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2018-2028). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

Job Openings on the Web

Sources of Additional Information

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