How to hire a nuclear reactor inspector

How to hire a nuclear reactor inspector, step by step

Here's a step-by-step nuclear reactor inspector hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a nuclear reactor inspector job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new nuclear reactor inspector
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a nuclear reactor inspector, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect nuclear reactor inspector also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents nuclear reactor inspector salaries for various positions.

   Type of Nuclear Reactor Inspector	Description	Hourly rate
   Nuclear Reactor Inspector	Nuclear engineers research and develop the processes, instruments, and systems used to derive benefits from nuclear energy and radiation. Many of these engineers find industrial and medical uses for radioactive materials—for example, in equipment used in medical diagnosis and treatment.	$13-60
   Radiation Engineer	Quality/reliability engineers oversee reliability assessment and management of operations that impact products and businesses. The career calls for individuals with speaking, mechanical, writing, and troubleshooting skills, as well as a background in Java... Show more	$35-59
   Nuclear Engineer	A nuclear engineer directs the operation and maintenance of operational nuclear power plants. Nuclear engineers make sure that the power plants are efficient and in conformity with the safety standards... Show more	$32-70

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • NDE
   • III
   • Nuclear Power
   • Nuclear Reactor
   • Level II
   • Destructive Testing
   • IX
   • Inspection Reports
   • NRC
   • Dimensional Inspection

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the implementation of technology for better communicating and displaying radiological data used during emergency response.
   • Monitor EKG and vitals, deal with emergency situations with patients and work under strict protocols.
   • Participate in emergency response exercises as part of NRC's incidence response role.
   • Assess utility report operational events for NRC response.
   • Generate radiological technology initiatives for new tools and new technologies to improve the process of overhaul.
   • Perform internal and INPO assessments.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your nuclear reactor inspector job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A nuclear reactor inspector can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, nuclear reactor inspectors' average salary in wyoming is 56% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level nuclear reactor inspectors 78% less than senior-level nuclear reactor inspectors.
   • Certifications. A nuclear reactor inspector with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a nuclear reactor inspector's salary.

   Average nuclear reactor inspector salary

   $60,086yearly

   $28.89 hourly rate

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   Entry-level nuclear reactor inspector salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a nuclear reactor inspector job description

   A nuclear reactor inspector job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a nuclear reactor inspector job description:

   Nuclear reactor inspector job description example

   The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co (HSB) is seeking an Authorized Inspector.
   
   The successful candidate will perform inspections as required by the American Society of Mechanical Engineering Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (ASME Code) Section III at a Nuclear Facility. This is a second shift assignment working 11am to 7pm. It should be anticipated this assignment will require working over 40 hours per week including weekends. Physical demands including walking long distance.
   
   This field based position is an integral part of our commitment to the quality and service we provide for our customers and to their equipment. The work is varied from day to day and is ideally suited to a self-motivated individual who can work independently. A successful inspector will have excellent communications skills and the ability to work with HSB clients and customers in a professional manor with high integrity.
   
   The position has minimum qualifications of a high school diploma and work experience with boilers and pressure vessels or nuclear reactors. The required work experience can be reduced if you have an engineering degree.
   
   Our entry level inspectors start with 12 weeks of intensive training to gain the necessary experience and qualifications required to perform inspection during construction, repairs or operation of in-service equipment.
   
   Training is provided annually for all of our inspectors, which is developed and supported by our technical industry experts.
   
   The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company has a long and respected reputation as the leader in our industry with a primary focus on workplace safety.
   
   Engineering Fee Services:
   
   Global Inspection and Engineering Services is an inspection focused engineering division of HSBIIC with over 450 engineers, inspectors and auditors located in over 27 countries. The world's largest ASME Authorized Inspection Agency, GIES Inspectors are instrumental in providing on location services that verify the quality and conformance of pressure equipment when it is being manufactured, erected and/or repaired. The work of our Global Inspection and Engineering Services personnel is focused on the beginning of the life cycle of the type of equipment insured by HSB and is an important part of HSB's comprehensive understanding of the insured equipment. Services include:
   
   * Review and acceptance of Job Packages
   * In-process Inspections
   * Monitoring of Quality Control System
   * Witnessing final Hydrostatic Test
   * Review and signing of required documentation
   
   Qualifications
   
   At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.
   
   We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   Employment Type
   
   Full Time
   
   Additional Information
   
   We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
   
   The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right nuclear reactor inspector for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit nuclear reactor inspectors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new nuclear reactor inspector

   Once you've found the nuclear reactor inspector candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new nuclear reactor inspector first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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