Careers · Nuclear Technicians · Washington
Nuclear Technicians in Washington
Nuclear technicians assist scientists and engineers in nuclear research, testing, and power generation facilities. They operate and maintain specialized equipment, conduct quality control checks, and monitor radiation levels In Washington the median pay is $108,200 a year, 2% below the national median of $110,240.
$108,200median pay in Washington, per year
$108,200–$118,610middle half earn
90employed in Washington
$110,240U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Washington
22open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Washington or remote
2employers hiring
13posted in the last 7 days
IN · TX · CAwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience).
Skills that matter most
Operations MonitoringMonitoringReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingQuality Control AnalysisActive LearningWriting
Knowledge areas
Public Safety and SecurityMechanicalPhysicsEngineering and TechnologyEducation and TrainingChemistry
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Nuclear Technicians.
Licenses and training in Washington
Nuclear Technicians pay in other states
Florida · $135,550New York · $129,780Pennsylvania · $124,070Texas · $124,060Massachusetts · $113,390North Carolina · $110,430Illinois · $110,390Alabama · $110,240South Carolina · $108,490Missouri · $104,580
Related occupations
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against nuclear technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against nuclear technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 19-4051.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Washington, annual.