Nuclear Power Reactor Operators
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.
$103,600
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-10% projected 2024–2034
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Entry-Level Education
What They Do
Power plant operators, distributors, and dispatchers control the systems that generate and distribute electric power.
Programs That Prepare You
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