Nuclear Monitoring Technicians
Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.
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Salary Information
Nuclear Monitoring Technicians: $104,240 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Measure radiation levels. | General |
| Respond to emergencies to provide assistance. | General |
| Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures. | General |
| Collect environmental data or samples. | General |
| Set up laboratory or field equipment. | General |
| Clean objects. | General |
| Calibrate scientific or technical equipment. | General |
| Prepare operational reports. | General |
| Dispose of hazardous materials. | General |
| Dispose of trash or waste materials. | General |
| Monitor alarm systems. | Maintenance |
| Maintain laboratory or technical equipment. | Maintenance |
| Communicate safety or hazard information to others. | Communication |
| Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials. | Management |
| Record research or operational data. | Analysis |
| Analyze environmental data. | Analysis |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Azure software | Development environment software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Windows Server | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Oracle Java | Object or component oriented development software |
| AVEVA InTouch HMI | Industrial control software |
| Connectivity software | Platform interconnectivity software |
| Gamma waste assay system GWAS | Analytical or scientific software |
| Google Compute Engine (GCE) | Application server software |
| RESRAD | Analytical or scientific software |
| Radiological assessment display and control system RADACS | Analytical or scientific software |
| Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software | Industrial control software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Structured query language SQL | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel - X-Ray | American Society for Nondestructive Testing | Not Available |
| Industry Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel | American Society for Nondestructive Testing | Not Available |
| Registered Radiation Protection Technologist | National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists | Not Available |
| WSO - Certified Governmental Environmental Technician | World Safety Organization | Not Available |
| WSO - Certified Safety Technician | World Safety Organization | Not Available |