Nuclear Technician

Code: 19-4051.00

Also known as: Auxiliary Operator, Equipment Operator, Licensed Nuclear Operator, Non-Licensed Nuclear Equipment Operator (NLO), Non-Licensed Nuclear Plant Operator (NLO), Nuclear Auxiliary Operator, Nuclear Equipment Operator (NEO), Nuclear Plant Equipment Operator (NAPEO), Operations Technician, Systems Operator

Description: 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.

Nuclear Technician

Typical wages


10% $53,570
25% $65,650
Median $84,190
75% $100,260
90% $116,680
10% $25.76
25% $31.56
Median $40.48
75% $48.2
90% $56.1

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
6,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
5,400
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 500