Nuclear Technicians

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Nuclear Technicians does

Nuclear technicians operate and maintain equipment in nuclear power plants, research facilities, and medical settings under the supervision of nuclear engineers and scientists. They perform safety checks, monitor radiation levels, and help with routine maintenance.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a associate degree. About 2 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$7,500. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists — $103,410/yr
• Occupational Health and Safety Specialists — $90,150/yr
• Environmental Restoration Planners — $82,220/yr
• Industrial Ecologists — $82,220/yr
• Climate Change Policy Analysts — $82,220/yr