Do people work in nuclear power plants?

Most nuclear technicians work in nuclear power plants, where they ensure that reactors and other equipment are operated safely and efficiently. Two examples of technicians who work in nuclear power plants are operating technicians and radiation protection technicians.

What qualifications do I need to work in a nuclear power plant?

You’ll need:

• knowledge of engineering science and technology.
• maths knowledge.
• knowledge of physics.
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail.
• thinking and reasoning skills.
• design skills and knowledge.
• analytical thinking skills.
• excellent verbal communication skills.

How can I get nuclear clearance?

The process for SC clearance includes:

1. Successful completion of the Baseline Personnel Security Standard.
2. Completion, by the individual, of a Security Questionnaire.
3. A departmental/company records check will include, e.g. personal files, staff reports, sick leave returns and security records.

How much do nuclear power plant technicians make?

The median annual wage for nuclear technicians was $84,190 in May 2020. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $53,570, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $116,680.

Who can work at a nuclear power plant?

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