Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

SOC: 19-4051 O*NET: 19-4051.02
Median Salary
$104,240
per year
Job Growth
πŸ“‰ -7.7%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3

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

Overview

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

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$62,544
25th
$83,392
50th (Median)
$104,240
75th
$125,088
90th
$156,360

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:6,000

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:-7.7%
Annual Openings:700

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)6,000
Current
2034 (Projected)5,500
-7.7%
-500
Employment Change
-7.7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: Decline

Key Growth Factors

  • β€’Employment decline projected

Top Skills

βœ“
Active Listening
Active Listening
βœ“
Monitoring
Monitoring
βœ“
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
βœ“
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
βœ“
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
βœ“
Speaking
Speaking
βœ“
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
βœ“
Instructing
Instructing
βœ“
Learning Strategies
Learning Strategies
βœ“
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis

Key Knowledge Areas

βœ“
Physics
βœ“
Mathematics
βœ“
Public Safety and Security
βœ“
Chemistry
βœ“
English Language
βœ“
Computers and Electronics

Education & Training

Education Required

Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree

Experience Required

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required

Job Training

Training of more than one year