Career fit quiz

Is Nuclear Reactor Operator the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the nuclear reactor operator career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the nuclear reactor operator job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I want one of the highest-paying jobs without a degree
Statement 2 of 8I can handle intense training
Statement 3 of 8I follow procedures exactly
Statement 4 of 8I stay calm under pressure
Statement 5 of 8I can work rotating shifts
Statement 6 of 8I like science and technology
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 2–4+ years training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $122,890 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Nuclear power reactor operators control nuclear reactors, adjusting control rods, monitoring instruments and responding to abnormal conditions, under a license from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

  • Control reactor power and systems
  • Monitor instruments and alarms
  • Perform surveillance tests
  • Respond to abnormal and emergency conditions
  • Follow technical specifications

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