How do they match: Nuclear Technicians

  • Test and Research Reactor Operator

  • Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

  • Adjust controls of equipment to control particle beam movement, pulse rates, energy or intensity, or radiation, according to specifications.
  • Measure the intensity and identify the types of radiation in work areas, equipment, or materials, using radiation detectors or other instruments.

  • Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.
  • Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
  • Set up laboratory or field equipment.