Nuclear Monitoring Technician

The amazing thing about nuclear technology is the way it has touched every aspect of our lives, from the energy in our home to the nuclear defense weapons that protect our nation. What’s even more amazing is the fact that this science is just beginning to show its potential.

Because of that, there are also a variety of options for you as a Nuclear Monitoring Technician. You could work in a lab, where Scientists discover new medical or production techniques. Or you could find employment at a nuclear power plant, overseeing the production of energy.

“Nuclear Monitoring Technician” is an umbrella term for a group of specialists who test samples from radioactive spills or leaks and perform preventative safety measures. You identify danger to humans through water, air, soil, food, or facility contamination. Additionally, you analyze and recommend safe radiation levels for workers in power plants, production facilities, and labs. You carefully record equipment readings, and inform Supervisors when dangerous exposure levels are found.

Prevention is your main goal as a Nuclear Monitoring Technician, so you keep up to date with the most recent advances in safety procedures, clothing, and equipment. You then instruct employees and management on these processes, and enforce precautions for all employees. You also install detection equipment, and test it frequently to ensure that it’s functioning properly.

When the alarm bells ring, you’re one of the first on the site. You measure radiation levels in the air, evaluate detection equipment readings, and appraise the level of damage. If personnel have been exposed to radiation, you take samples, perform tests, and monitor their symptoms. Your job requires quick thinking, the ability to stay calm in emergencies, and strong communication skills.