[Core] Follow nuclear equipment operational policies and procedures that ensure environmental safety.
  DWAs: Monitor operations to ensure compliance with safety or security policies or regulations.

[Core] Conduct surveillance testing to determine safety of nuclear equipment.
  DWAs: Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards.

[Core] Monitor nuclear reactor equipment performance to identify operational inefficiencies, hazards, or needs for maintenance or repair.
  DWAs: Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

[Core] Test plant equipment to ensure it is operating properly.
  DWAs: Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] Apply safety tags to equipment needing maintenance.
  DWAs: Maintain work equipment or machinery.

[Core] Follow policies and procedures for radiation workers to ensure personnel safety.
  DWAs: Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

[Core] Modify, devise, or maintain nuclear equipment used in operations.
  DWAs: Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.

[Supplemental] Monitor instruments, gauges, or recording devices under direction of nuclear experimenters.
  DWAs: Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

[Supplemental] Perform testing, maintenance, repair, or upgrading of accelerator systems.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.

[Supplemental] Warn maintenance workers of radiation hazards and direct workers to vacate hazardous areas.
  DWAs: Communicate safety or hazard information to others.

[Supplemental] Calculate equipment operating factors, such as radiation times, dosages, temperatures, gamma intensities, or pressures, using standard formulas and conversion tables.
  DWAs: Measure radiation levels.

[Supplemental] Measure the intensity and identify the types of radiation in work areas, equipment, or materials, using radiation detectors or other instruments.
  DWAs: Measure radiation levels.

[Supplemental] Communicate with accelerator maintenance personnel to ensure readiness of support systems, such as vacuum, water cooling, or radio frequency power sources.
  DWAs: Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.

[Supplemental] Identify and implement appropriate decontamination procedures, based on equipment and the size, nature, and type of contamination.
  DWAs: Identify sustainable business practices.

[Supplemental] Decontaminate objects by cleaning them using soap or solvents or by abrading using brushes, buffing machines, or sandblasting machines.
  DWAs: Clean objects.

[Supplemental] Collect air, water, gas or solid samples for testing to determine radioactivity levels or to ensure appropriate radioactive containment.
  DWAs: Collect environmental data or samples.

[None] Determine or recommend radioactive decontamination procedures, according to the size and nature of equipment and the degree of contamination.
  DWAs: Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.

[None] Set up equipment that automatically detects area radiation deviations and test detection equipment to ensure its accuracy.
  DWAs: Set up laboratory or field equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:4.20 lvl:4.56) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mechanical (imp:4.05 lvl:4.69) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Physics (imp:4.01 lvl:4.58) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.66 lvl:4.24) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:3.61 lvl:4.30) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Chemistry (imp:3.54 lvl:4.29) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  English Language (imp:3.48 lvl:3.66) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.35 lvl:4.15) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:3.31 lvl:3.75) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Law and Government (imp:3.00 lvl:2.80) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Design (imp:2.87 lvl:3.24) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Administrative (imp:2.73 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Production and Processing (imp:2.61 lvl:2.54) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Telecommunications (imp:2.57 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:2.56 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Building and Construction (imp:2.31 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Administration and Management (imp:2.30 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:2.11 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Biology (imp:2.08 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Transportation (imp:1.86 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.79 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.78 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Geography (imp:1.71 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.70 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.47 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.46 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.38 lvl:0.53) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.36 lvl:0.36) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.25 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.20 lvl:0.38) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.04) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Time Sharing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Static Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.67 lvl:5.56) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.59 lvl:5.96) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.52 lvl:5.27) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.43 lvl:5.24) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.30 lvl:4.90) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:4.26 lvl:4.08) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.24 lvl:5.40) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.20 lvl:5.41) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.09 lvl:4.30) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Processing Information (imp:3.87 lvl:4.68) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.86 lvl:4.27) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.67 lvl:4.09) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.65 lvl:4.09) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Working with Computers (imp:3.51 lvl:3.10) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.34 lvl:4.34) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.26 lvl:4.15) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.16 lvl:3.54) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.08 lvl:4.73) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.08 lvl:2.81) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.05 lvl:3.15) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.04 lvl:3.49) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.00 lvl:3.26) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.98 lvl:3.20) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.95 lvl:3.12) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.91 lvl:3.57) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.83 lvl:3.20) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.74 lvl:2.50) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.71 lvl:3.05) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.64 lvl:2.50) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.59 lvl:2.65) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.56 lvl:2.82) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.52 lvl:2.36) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.67) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.22 lvl:2.20) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.20 lvl:1.89) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.16 lvl:2.07) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.02 lvl:2.03) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.72 lvl:1.33) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.65 lvl:1.24) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.45 lvl:0.81) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:3.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Dependability (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.86) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:2.63) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:2.55) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.47) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:2.15) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:2.07) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.93) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.83) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Sincerity (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.21) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:1.14) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Humility (imp:0.67) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.51) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Empathy (imp:0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.06) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:0.04) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operation and Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Programming (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 6,470
  annual_median    : $110,240
  annual_pct10     : $73,150
  annual_pct25     : $99,110
  annual_pct75     : $123,990
  annual_pct90     : $133,600
  annual_mean      : $108,940
  hourly_median    : $53.00

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Florida ($135,550)
  lowest_state     : Tennessee ($91,980)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.474x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (14 total) ---
  Utilities                                emp:    3,600  median: $ 117,590
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,770  median: $  99,250
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      400  median: $ 104,020
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      100  median: $ 102,730
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       90  median: $ 114,970
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       90  median: $  88,310
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  59,000

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (7 total) ---
  Utilities                                emp:    3,600  median: $ 117,590
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,770  median: $  99,250
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      400  median: $ 104,020
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      100  median: $ 102,730
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       90  median: $ 114,970
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       90  median: $  88,310
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  59,000

exact_match_status : found
matched_title      : PLC technician
match_score        : 0.7273
wikidata_qid       : Q24963544
word_count         : 857
wikipedia_url      : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PLC_technician
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T20:55:30.343722Z

--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
PLC technicians design, program, repair, and maintain programmable logic controller (PLC) systems used within manufacturing and service industries ranging from industrial packaging to commercial car washes and traffic lights.


== Scope of work ==
PLC technicians are knowledgeable in overall plant systems and the interactions of processes. They install and service a variety of systems, including safety and security, energy delivery (hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical), communication, and process control systems. They also install and service measuring and indicating instruments to monitor process control variables associated with PLCs, and monitor the operation of PLC equipment. PLC technicians work with final control devices such as valves, actuators and positioners to manipulate the process medium. They install and terminate electrical, pneumatic, and fluid connections. They also work on network and signal transmission systems such as fibre optic and wireless.
Along with the calibration, repair, adjustment, and replacement of components, PLC technicians inspect and test the operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults and verify repairs. They establish and optimize process control strategies, and configure related systems such as Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs). PLC technicians maintain backups, documentation, and software revisions as part of maintaining these computer-based control systems. Scheduled maintenance and the commissioning of systems are also important aspects of the work. PLC technicians consult technical documentation, drawings, schematics, and manuals. They may assist engineering in plant design, modification and hazard analysis, and work with plant operators to optimize plant controls.
PLC technicians use hand, power, and electronic tools, test equipment, and material handling equipment. They work on a variety of systems, including primary control elements, transmitters, analyzers, sensors, detectors, signal conditioners, recorders, controllers, and final control elements (actuators, valve positioners, etc.). These instruments measure and control variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, level, motion, force, and chemical composition. PLC systems designed and maintained by PLC technicians range from high-speed robotic assembly to conveyors, to batch mixers, to DCS and SCADA systems.  PLC systems are often found within industrial and manufacturing plants, such as food processing facilities.  Alternate job titles include PLC engineer, Automation Technician, Field Technician, or Controls Technician.


== Education, training and skills ==
PLC technician educational courses and programs integrate PLC programming with mechanics, electronics and process controls, They also commonly include coursework in hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, DCS, SCADA, electrical circuits, electrical machinery and human-machine interfaces. Typical courses include math, communications, circuits, digital devices, and electrical controls. Other courses include robotics, automation, electrical motor controls, programmable logic controllers, and computer-aided design.  When performing their duties, PLC technicians must comply with federal, jurisdictional, industrial, and site-specific standards, codes, and regulations. They must ensure that all processes operate and are maintained within these set standards, codes, and regulations. Keeping up-to-date with advances in technology in the industry is important. Key attributes for PLC Technicians are critical thinking skills, manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, communication skills, and mathematical and scientific aptitude.
Employers generally prefer applicants who have completed a PLC technician certificate or related associate degree. These programs can be completed at Colleges and Universities in either an in-class or online format.  Some Colleges, such as George Brown College, offer an online PLC Technician program that uses simulation software, PLCLogix, to complete PLC lab projects and assignments. Certification by accredited schools and third-party organizations can enhance employment opportunities and keep PLC technicians current and up-to-date. In addition to colleges and universities, other organizations and companies also offer credential programs in PLCs, including equipment manufacturers such as Rockwell and professional associations, such as the Electronics Technicians Association, Robotics Industries Association and the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council.


== Career opportunities ==
PLC technicians install and repair industrial electronic equipment (including input/output networks, data highways, variable speed drives, and process control equipment) and write PLC programs for a wide variety of automated control systems, ranging from simple on–off controls to robotics. PLC technicians also find employment in the industrial engineering field where they are actively involved in the design and implementation of PLC control systems.
Career opportunities for PLC Technicians include a wide range of manufacturing and service industries such as automotive, pharmaceutical, electric power distribution, food processing, mining, and transportation. Other career prospects include areas such as machine assembly, troubleshooting, and testing, systems integration, application support, maintenance, component testing and assembly, automation programming, robot maintenance and programming, technical sales and services.
PLC technicians work mainly indoors, on the plant floor and sometimes in cramped conditions. They may be required to stand for prolonged periods of time and be exposed to high noise, fumes and heat levels. Because this is such an important job, they must pay close attention to safety and may be called out in emergencies. Constant learning may be required to keep up with new technology.
Primarily, work in this area is full-time and can be in shifts. Employers who hire PLC technicians include:

Automation equipment wholesalers
Industrial manufacturing companies
Water treatment plants
Nuclear, wind, thermal, and hydroelectric power companies
Pharmaceutical companies
Mining, petrochemical and natural gas companies
Pulp and paper processing companies


== See also ==
Industrial control system


== References ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Tokaimura nuclear accidents (similarity: 0.5652)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokaimura_nuclear_accidents
  QID: Q1377385
  Extract: 
The Tokaimura nuclear accidents were two nuclear incidents which occurred near the village of Tōkai, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The first accident occurred on 11 March 1997, producing an explosion after an experimental batch of solidified nuclear waste caught fire at the Power Reactor and Nuclear F

  Title: Israel and nuclear weapons (similarity: 0.5333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israel_and_nuclear_weapons
  QID: Q65455964
  Extract: Israel is widely believed to possess nuclear weapons. Estimates of Israel's stockpile range from 90 to 400 warheads, and the country is believed to possess a nuclear triad of delivery options by air, land, and sea. Its first deliverable nuclear weapon is estimated to have been completed in late 1966

  Title: Secret Weapon (film) (similarity: 0.2564)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secret_Weapon_(film)
  QID: Q737812
  Extract: Secret Weapon is a 1990 American-Australian film.

  Title: Engine room artificer (similarity: 0.3500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engine_room_artificer
  QID: Q5377726
  Extract: Engine room artificer (ERA) is a specialised position in the crews of naval vessels – especially those of the British Royal Navy (RN) and other Commonwealth navies. An ERA is usually a fitter and turner, boilermaker, coppersmith or enginesmith. On larger vessels, there are several ERAs, divided into

  Title: Mordechai Vanunu (similarity: 0.4000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mordechai_Vanunu
  QID: Q48775
  Extract: Mordechai Vanunu, also known as John Crossman, is an Israeli former nuclear technician and peace activist who, citing his opposition to weapons of mass destruction, revealed details of Israel's nuclear weapons program to the British press in 1986. He was subsequently lured from Britain to Italy by t

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, extensive skill/knowledge profiles, and clear wage/employment statistics. The occupation has well-defined boundaries and specific technical requirements in the nuclear industry.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T16:13:17.171507+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,398
tokens_output        : 4,276
cost_usd             : $0.047542
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : The Wikipedia match for 'PLC technician' is not relevant to nuclear technicians, as it focuses on programmable logic controllers in manufacturing rather than nuclear operations. The semantic neighbors reference nuclear incidents and weapons rather than the technical occupation itself.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Nuclear Technicians assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, and other scientists in laboratory, power generation, and electricity production activities by operating, maintaining, and providing quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. They monitor radiation levels and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols in nuclear facilities. These technicians serve as critical support personnel in nuclear power plants, research laboratories, and other facilities handling radioactive materials.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A nuclear technician begins their shift by monitoring nuclear reactor equipment performance to identify operational inefficiencies, hazards, or maintenance needs. They conduct surveillance testing to determine the safety of nuclear equipment and follow strict operational policies to ensure environmental safety. Throughout the day, they inspect equipment, structures, and materials while documenting findings and recording information in detailed reports. They test plant equipment to verify proper operation and apply safety tags to equipment requiring maintenance. The technician monitors instruments, gauges, and recording devices under the direction of nuclear experimenters, and warns maintenance workers of radiation hazards while directing them to vacate dangerous areas when necessary.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as nuclear technicians demonstrate exceptional dependability and attention to detail, as these traits are critical when working with potentially hazardous radioactive materials. They possess strong problem sensitivity and information ordering abilities, allowing them to detect equipment issues and organize complex technical data effectively. Successful technicians have a cautious, methodical approach to work combined with strong integrity and cooperative teamwork skills. They thrive on continuous learning and staying current with evolving nuclear technologies and safety regulations. These professionals are comfortable with high-stakes environments where precision and adherence to protocols can mean the difference between safe operations and catastrophic failure.

CAREER ENTRY:
Nuclear technicians typically need an associate degree in nuclear science, nuclear technology, or a related engineering field, representing the medium preparation level of Job Zone 3. Many enter through specialized nuclear technology programs offered by community colleges or technical schools that include both classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experience. Some positions may accept candidates with relevant military nuclear experience or extensive on-the-job training programs. Entry-level technicians often complete additional facility-specific training and certification requirements before working independently with nuclear equipment.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Nuclear technicians can advance to become nuclear power reactor operators, nuclear monitoring specialists, or move into supervisory roles overseeing technical operations. Many pursue additional education to become nuclear engineers or health physics specialists, leveraging their hands-on experience with nuclear systems. Career progression may lead to roles in regulatory compliance, quality assurance management, or specialized consulting in nuclear safety and operations. Some technicians transition into training and education roles, sharing their expertise with new generations of nuclear workers.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Nuclear technicians earn a median annual wage of $110,240 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with employment concentrated in 6,470 positions nationwide. The salary range spans from $73,150 at the 10th percentile to $133,600 at the 90th percentile, reflecting significant earning potential with experience and specialization. Geographic wage variation shows Florida leading at $135,550 annually compared to Tennessee at $91,980, representing a 1.47x ratio difference. Employment is heavily concentrated in the utilities sector with 3,600 positions, followed by professional, scientific, and technical services with 1,770 positions. The specialized nature of nuclear work and ongoing need for nuclear power generation and research facilities supports stable demand for qualified technicians.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Nuclear technicians face moderate automation risk as their core activities of monitoring processes, inspecting equipment, and documenting information could be partially automated through advanced sensor networks and AI-powered diagnostic systems. However, the critical safety requirements and complex decision-making involved in nuclear operations will likely preserve significant human oversight roles for the foreseeable future.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Nuclear Power Reactor Operators (51-8011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles work in nuclear facilities with shared knowledge of public safety and security (4.2 importance) and mechanical systems (4.0 importance), representing a natural progression path.
    data: Primary-Short relationship declared
    data: Shared nuclear facility workplace
    data: Similar safety-critical work environment
  [skill_overlap] Nuclear Monitoring Technicians (19-4051.02) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both positions share identical monitoring processes activities (4.7 importance) and radiation safety knowledge, representing specialized variations within the nuclear technician field.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Identical core monitoring activities
    data: Shared radiation safety protocols
  [knowledge_overlap] Power Plant Operators (51-8013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require mechanical knowledge (4.0 importance) and engineering technology understanding (3.7 importance) for power generation operations.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared mechanical systems knowledge
    data: Power generation work context
  [riasec_cluster] Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians (17-3021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations have strong Realistic (5.75) and Conventional (5.07) RIASEC profiles, indicating similar preferences for hands-on technical work with systematic approaches.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Similar R-C RIASEC pattern
    data: Technical troubleshooting skills overlap
  [task_similarity] Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators (51-8021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve monitoring equipment performance, conducting safety testing, and maintaining mechanical systems in industrial power generation settings.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared equipment monitoring tasks
    data: Industrial maintenance responsibilities
  [transferable_skill] Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both positions require operations monitoring skills (3.9 importance) and quality control analysis (3.5 importance) for precision measurement and equipment validation.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Shared operations monitoring skills
    data: Quality control expertise

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['nuclear technician', 'reactor technician', 'nuclear equipment operator', 'radiation technician', 'nuclear facility technician', 'nuclear power technician', 'nuclear monitoring', 'nuclear operations']
  exclude_keywords : ['nuclear engineer', 'reactor operator', 'health physicist', 'nuclear physicist', 'radiologic technologist']
  title_patterns   : ['*Nuclear*Technician*', '*Nuclear*Operator*', '*Reactor*Technician*', '*Nuclear*Equipment*', '*Radiation*Technician*']
  common_variations: ['nuclear tech', 'reactor tech', 'nuclear equipment tech', 'nuclear plant technician', 'nuclear operations technician', 'nuclear systems technician', 'nuclear facility tech', 'nuclear power tech']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'nuclear', 'tendency', 'others', 'plc', 'technicians', 'control', 'safety', 'principles', 'procedures', 'maintenance', 'materials', 'objects', 'technical', 'standards', 'operations', 'includes', 'activities', 'radiation', 'monitoring']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  55  0.01669  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:16%
nuclear                    49  0.01487  inference            inference:67%  wikipedia:22%  onet_tasks:10%
tendency                   42  0.01274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01214  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
plc                        29  0.00880  wikipedia            wikipedia:97%  inference:3%
technicians                29  0.00880  wikipedia            wikipedia:59%  inference:41%
control                    27  0.00819  wikipedia            wikipedia:52%  onet_dimensions:44%  inference:4%
safety                     17  0.00516  inference            inference:41%  onet_tasks:24%  dwas:18%
principles                 16  0.00485  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 15  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:20%
maintenance                15  0.00455  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:27%  wikipedia:20%
materials                  15  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:7%
objects                    14  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  onet_tasks:7%  dwas:7%
technical                  14  0.00425  inference            inference:36%  dwas:29%  onet_dimensions:21%
standards                  14  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  dwas:21%  wikipedia:21%
operations                 13  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:46%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   12  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:17%  dwas:8%
radiation                  11  0.00334  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:55%  dwas:18%  inference:18%
monitoring                 11  0.00334  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00334  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                      10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
plant                      10  0.00303  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  onet_dimensions:30%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
design                     10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  wikipedia:40%
human                      10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  wikipedia:20%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
programs                   10  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  wikipedia:40%  inference:20%
technician                 10  0.00303  wikipedia            wikipedia:70%  inference:30%
testing                     9  0.00273  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:22%  wikipedia:22%
performance                 9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
devices                     9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  wikipedia:22%  onet_tasks:11%
power                       9  0.00273  wikipedia            wikipedia:44%  inference:44%  onet_tasks:11%
machines                    9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
attention                   9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  wikipedia:22%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
production                  9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%