Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

Tasks Include:

Calculate safe radiation exposure times for personnel using plant contamination readings and prescribed safe levels of radiation.
Provide initial response to abnormal events or to alarms from radiation monitoring equipment.
Monitor personnel to determine the amounts and intensities of radiation exposure.
Inform supervisors when individual exposures or area radiation levels approach maximum permissible limits.
Instruct personnel in radiation safety procedures and demonstrate use of protective clothing and equipment.
Determine intensities and types of radiation in work areas, equipment, or materials, using radiation detectors or other instruments.
Collect samples of air, water, gases, or solids to determine radioactivity levels of contamination.
Set up equipment that automatically detects area radiation deviations and test detection equipment to ensure its accuracy.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: -1.4%

National: -6.2%

Education

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)

Job Zone:

Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)

Median Earnings:

National

$101,740.00

State

$84,910.00

Regional

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Description

Career Cluster:

Manufacturing

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Education

Required Level of Education

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 29.35%
High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 27.15%
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 16.59%
Bachelor's Degree = 15.86%
Some College Courses = 11.06%

Related Work Experience

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 32.82%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 29.10%
None = 24.32%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 5.70%
Up to and including 1 month = 3.58%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 3.16%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 1.33%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 42.43%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 27.94%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 12.29%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 10.19%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 3.58%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 2.24%
Over 10 years = 1.33%

On-the-Job Training

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 36.48%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 35.94%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 16.35%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 4.50%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 3.58%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 3.16%

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

Calculate safe radiation exposure times for personnel using plant contamination readings and prescribed safe levels of radiation.
Provide initial response to abnormal events or to alarms from radiation monitoring equipment.
Monitor personnel to determine the amounts and intensities of radiation exposure.
Inform supervisors when individual exposures or area radiation levels approach maximum permissible limits.
Instruct personnel in radiation safety procedures and demonstrate use of protective clothing and equipment.
Determine intensities and types of radiation in work areas, equipment, or materials, using radiation detectors or other instruments.
Collect samples of air, water, gases, or solids to determine radioactivity levels of contamination.
Set up equipment that automatically detects area radiation deviations and test detection equipment to ensure its accuracy.
Determine or recommend radioactive decontamination procedures, according to the size and nature of equipment and the degree of contamination.
Decontaminate objects by cleaning with soap or solvents or by abrading with wire brushes, buffing wheels, or sandblasting machines.
Prepare reports describing contamination tests, material or equipment decontaminated, or methods used in decontamination processes.
Brief workers on radiation levels in work areas.
Analyze samples, such as air or water samples, for contaminants or other elements.
Place radioactive waste, such as sweepings or broken sample bottles, into containers for shipping or disposal.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Calibrate and maintain chemical instrumentation sensing elements and sampling system equipment, using calibration instruments and hand tools.
Enter data into computers to record characteristics of nuclear events or to locate coordinates of particles.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Respirators (Air purifying respirators)
Air samplers or collectors (Air sampling devices)
Respirators (Airline respirators)
Radiation detectors (Alpha air monitors)
Radiation detectors (Alpha/beta counting systems)
Radiation detectors (Alpha/beta surface contamination monitors)
Gamma counters (Area gamma monitors)
Respirators (Atmosphere supplying respirators)
Radiation detectors (Contamination probes)
Calorimeters (Cryogenic microcalorimeters)
Cryostats
Desktop computers
Radiation detectors (Digital ratemeters)
Frequency analyzers (Digital signal analyzers)
Frequency analyzers (Digital spectrum analyzers)
Dosimeters (Dose rate monitors)
Electron microscopes
Gamma counters (Gamma ray detectors)
Spectrometers (Gamma ray spectrometers)
Geiger counters (Geiger-Muller counters)
Ionization chambers
Liquid scintillation counters
Spectrometers (Multichannel analyzers)
Radiation detectors (Neutron detectors)
Dosimeters (Neutron dose-rate meters)
Atomic absorption AA spectrometers (Neutron spectrometers)
Industrial nucleonic moisture measuring systems (Nuclear moisture/density gauges)
Personal computers
Portable data input terminals (Portable data collectors)
Spectrometers (Portable spectroscopes)
Radiation detectors (Portable survey radiation meters)
Radiation detectors (Portal monitors)
Respirators (Pressure demand respirators)
Ion analyzers (Proportional counters)
Protective coveralls
Protective gloves
Footwear covers (Protective shoe covers)
Radiation detectors (Radiological detectors)
Respiration air supplying self contained breathing apparatus or accessories (Self-contained breathing apparatus)
Gamma counters (Sodium Iodide NaI scintillation detectors)
Radiation detectors (Thermoluminescent dosimeters)
Beta gauge measuring systems (Tritium/Noble gas monitors)
Dosimeters (Whole body counters)

Technologies Include:

Analytical or scientific software

Gamma waste assay system GWAS software
Radiological assessment display and control system RADACS
RESRAD

Electronic mail software

Microsoft Outlook

Office suite software

Microsoft Office software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Excel

Word processing software

Microsoft Word

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Additional Resources

For information about a career as a chemical technician, contact:

American Chemical Society
Education Division
Career Publications
1155 16th St. NW.
Washington, DC 20036
http://www.acs.org

For career information and a list of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in forensics sciences, contact:

American Academy of Forensic Sciences
P.O. BOX 669
Colorado Springs, CO 80901
http://www.aafs.org

For information on forestry technicians and lists of schools offering education in forestry, send a self-addressed, stamped business envelope to:

Society of American Foresters
5400 Grosvenor Ln.
Bethesda, MD 20814
http://www.safnet.org

The data sources for the information displayed here include: Virginia Career VIEW Research. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
57.00	Physics	Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
57.00	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
53.50	Public Safety and Security	Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
52.00	Chemistry	Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
50.75	English Language	Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
50.00	Computers and Electronics	Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Skills

%	Subject	Description
72.00	Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
72.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
72.00	Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
68.75	Reading Comprehension	Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
68.75	Operations Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
62.50	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
59.50	Judgment and Decision Making	Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
56.25	Instructing	Teaching others how to do something.
53.00	Writing	Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
53.00	Mathematics	Using mathematics to solve problems.
53.00	Science	Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
53.00	Learning Strategies	Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
53.00	Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
53.00	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
50.00	Active Learning	Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
50.00	Social Perceptiveness	Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
50.00	Coordination	Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50.00	Systems Analysis	Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
50.00	Time Management	Managing one's own time and the time of others.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Abilities

%	Subject	Description
78.00	Problem Sensitivity	The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
75.00	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
75.00	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
75.00	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
75.00	Inductive Reasoning	The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
72.00	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
72.00	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
68.75	Written Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
68.75	Information Ordering	The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
68.75	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
65.50	Perceptual Speed	The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
62.50	Category Flexibility	The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
62.50	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
59.50	Flexibility of Closure	The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
53.00	Mathematical Reasoning	The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
53.00	Number Facility	The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
53.00	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50.00	Originality	The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
50.00	Time Sharing	The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
50.00	Arm-Hand Steadiness	The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
50.00	Far Vision	The ability to see details at a distance.
50.00	Visual Color Discrimination	The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
85.75	Documenting/Recording Information	Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
84.75	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
83.50	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
83.50	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
82.25	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
81.00	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
75.75	Processing Information	Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
74.25	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
73.25	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
71.75	Working with Computers	Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
70.00	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
67.75	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
67.75	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
65.50	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
65.00	Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
61.50	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
59.50	Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
58.75	Scheduling Work and Activities	Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
57.00	Coaching and Developing Others	Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
56.00	Performing General Physical Activities	Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
53.50	Training and Teaching Others	Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
52.50	Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
52.00	Thinking Creatively	Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
51.50	Developing and Building Teams	Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
50.75	Assisting and Caring for Others	Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
50.50	Developing Objectives and Strategies	Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
50.25	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
89.50	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
87.75	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
83.75	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
72.25	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
70.25	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
69.00	Self-Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
67.00	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
66.50	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
61.75	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
61.75	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
60.25	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
59.75	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
59.25	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
58.00	Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Work Values

%	Subject	Description
100.00	Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
66.67	Relationships	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
61.17	Independence	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
55.50	Achievement	Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
55.50	Working Conditions	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
99.60	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
98.20	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets	How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
96.80	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
95.80	Exposed to Radiation	How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
94.40	Electronic Mail	How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
92.20	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
91.80	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
90.80	Indoors, Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
90.60	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
88.00	Contact With Others	How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
82.80	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
78.80	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable	How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
78.00	Frequency of Decision Making	How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
77.60	Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection	How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
76.40	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
76.00	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
74.40	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
74.00	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
73.60	Importance of Repeating Same Tasks	How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
73.40	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
72.80	Structured versus Unstructured Work	To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
70.80	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
70.40	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
66.60	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
66.20	Outdoors, Exposed to Weather	How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
66.00	Letters and Memos	How often does the job require written letters and memos?
64.20	Very Hot or Cold Temperatures	How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
62.60	Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting	How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
62.40	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls	How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
62.00	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
61.20	Exposed to High Places	How often does this job require exposure to high places?
61.00	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
60.00	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
58.80	Spend Time Sitting	How much does this job require sitting?
57.80	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
57.40	Public Speaking	How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
56.00	Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People	How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
55.20	Deal With External Customers	How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
54.80	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
52.20	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
52.00	Outdoors, Under Cover	How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
49.60	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Earnings Benefits*

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
United States	$62,700.00	$101,740.00	$111,420.00
Virginia	$69,610.00	$84,910.00	$112,210.00

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$83,040.00	$92,560.00	$114,930.00
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

* Earnings Calculations:

Regional Earnings:
   Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
   Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.

National and State Earnings:
   Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
   Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Employment Projections

USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

	Current	Projected	% Change
United States	5,400	5,100	-6.2%
Virginia	361	356	-1.4%

Region	Current*	Projected	% Change
Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	No Data	No Data	No Data
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

* - Estimated

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Related Occupations

The related occupations here have similar general capabilities and interests; career explorers may also be interested in the related occupations:

Careers in Manufacturing Production Process Development Pathway:

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

View Videos

CareerOneStop Video

View Video & Transcript on CareerOneStop

CareerOneStop Manufacturing Videos
Overview
Occupations

The data sources for the information displayed here include: New York State Department of Labor; New Jersey Department of Labor; California Occupational Information Coordinating Committee; CareerOneStop. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Military Training

The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:

Nuclear Power
Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Warfare Specialists
Radio/Radar, General
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN)Specialist

The data sources for the information displayed here include: Defense Manpower Data Center. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Proficiency Ratings

These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency	Rating
Documenting/Recording Information	4.5
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.5
Getting Information	4.5
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	4.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	4.5
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	4.0
Processing Information	4.0
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	4.0
Analyzing Data or Information	4.0
Working with Computers	4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.0
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.5
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	3.5
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	3.5
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.5
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.5
Scheduling Work and Activities	3.5
Coaching and Developing Others	3.5
Performing General Physical Activities	3.0
Training and Teaching Others	3.0
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	3.0
Thinking Creatively	3.0
Developing and Building Teams	3.0
Assisting and Caring for Others	3.0
Developing Objectives and Strategies	3.0
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	3.0
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	3.0
Performing Administrative Activities	3.0
Communicating with People Outside the Organization	3.0
Controlling Machines and Processes	3.0
Handling and Moving Objects	2.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	2.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.5
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	2.5
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	2.5
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	2.5
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	2.5
Selling or Influencing Others	2.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	2.0
Staffing Organizational Units	1.5

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Titles

Alara Technician
Chemical Radiation Technician
Chemistry Technician
Decontaminator
Health Physics Technician (HP Technician)
Nuclear Chemistry Technician
Nuclear Technician Research and Development
Radiation / Chemistry Technician
Radiation Control Technician (Radcon Technician)
Radiation Monitor
Radiation Protection Specialist (RP Specialist)
Radiation Protection Technician (RP Technician)
Radiation Protection Technician (RPT)
Radiation Technician
Radiochemical Technician
Radiological Control Specialist
Radiological Control Technician (RadCon Technician)
Scanner

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Related Schools

Central Virginia Community College

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)