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How much do nuclear outage control jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for nuclear outage control in the United States is $51.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is nuclear outage control?

Nuclear Outage Control refers to the planning, coordination, and management of scheduled shutdowns (outages) at nuclear power plants. These outages are conducted for maintenance, refueling, inspections, and necessary upgrades to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant. Professionals in Nuclear Outage Control oversee detailed schedules, resource allocation, and strict safety protocols to minimize downtime and maintain regulatory compliance. Effective outage control is crucial for both plant reliability and overall safety.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in nuclear outage control during a plant shutdown?

Professionals in Nuclear Outage Control often face the challenge of coordinating multiple teams and contractors under strict deadlines to ensure plant safety and regulatory compliance. Outage periods are high-pressure environments where effective communication, precise scheduling, and quick problem-solving are essential. Additionally, unforeseen technical issues or delays can arise, requiring rapid adjustments to the outage plan to minimize downtime while maintaining safety. Successful Nuclear Outage Control professionals are adept at managing these complexities and collaborating with diverse teams across operations, maintenance, and engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nuclear outage control specialist, and why are they important?

To excel in Nuclear Outage Control, you need a deep understanding of nuclear plant operations, project management, and safety protocols, typically supported by a technical degree and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with outage management software, scheduling tools, and regulatory compliance systems is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and leadership are critical soft skills for coordinating teams and resolving complex issues under tight deadlines. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of nuclear plant outages, minimizing downtime and risk.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Outage Control job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 40% Contract, and 10% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,964 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Logistics Coordinator - Nuclear Outage Project

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

System One
Business Consulting Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$19 - $25.25/hr

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Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

The logistics position is responsible for coordinating the equipment, tooling, materials, shipping, staging, and field support needed for reactor vessel peening project during nuclear outage. Typical responsibilities include:
  • Coordinating shipment of specialized peening equipment and tooling
  • Tracking outage materials, hoses, pumps, fixtures, and rigging gear
  • Managing staging and laydown areas inside protected plant areas
  • Supporting pull-to-pad movement of tools and components
  • Coordinating cranes, forklifts, trucking, and vendor deliveries
  • Handling inventory and serialized nuclear-grade equipment tracking
  • Supporting outage schedules and work sequencing
  • Preparing shipping, receiving, QA, and contamination-control paperwork
  • Coordinating manpower mobilization, access, and badging
  • Working with outage managers, RP (radiation protection), planners, and field supervisors
  • Supporting rapid-response logistics for emergent outage issues
The work environment is usually:
  • Fast-paced
  • Industrial/heavy-equipment oriented
  • High-security nuclear environment
  • Long outage shifts (often 12-hour days)
  • Travel to outage required
Desired Skills:
  • Industrial or outage logistics experience
  • Inventory/material tracking
  • SAP, Maximo, or warehouse systems
  • Forklift or rigging familiarity
  • Strong organization and communication
  • Ability to work under outage schedule pressure
  • Knowledge of nuclear QA and contamination-control practices
Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte

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System One helps employers get work done more efficiently and economically without compromising quality. Over our 35+ year history, we've helped connect thousands of talented people with innovative companies. The excitement of a perfect fit motivates us every single day.

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Business consulting services and recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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