Nuclear Power Reactor Operator
Code: 51-8011.00
Also known as: Licensed Reactor Operator, Nuclear Control Operator, Nuclear Control Room Operator, Nuclear Plant Operator (NPO), Nuclear Power Reactor Operator, Nuclear Reactor Operator, Nuclear Station Operator (NSO), Nuclear Supervising Operator (NSO), Nuclear Unit Operator, Reactor Operator (RO)
Description: Operate or control nuclear reactors. Move control rods, start and stop equipment, monitor and adjust controls, and record data in logs. Implement emergency procedures when needed. May respond to abnormalities, determine cause, and recommend corrective action.
Typical wages
10% | $76,360 |
25% | $90,600 |
Median | $104,040 |
75% | $121,120 |
90% | $133,170 |
10% | $36.71 |
25% | $43.56 |
Median | $50.02 |
75% | $58.23 |
90% | $64.02 |
Projected employment
Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
5,300 |
Projected Employment (2029 year) |
3,400 |
Percent Change | +0 % |
Projected Annual Job Openings | 200 |