Reactor Operator

Operate or direct the operation of nuclear systems, nuclear safety-related systems, turbine-generator systems, plant electrical distribution systems and various plant auxiliary systems.

Primary job duties include but are not limited to:

During on-the-job portion of the training the candidate, in order to gain knowledge and proficiency in plant operations and equipment, will learn to perform control room and in-plant duties including but not limited to:

• Operates equipment and systems in a competent and safe manner and conducts tests as required in accordance with approved procedures.
• Observes the condition of the reactor and station equipment and makes or directs others to operate or make adjustments as required.
• Shutdown the Reactor when it is determined Reactor safety is in jeopardy, or when operating parameters challenge Reactor Protection System set points and automatic shutdown does not occur.
• Performs duties and responsibilities as System Operating Representative for the Energy Control Process determining the need for and evaluating the effects of blocking.

Candidate Qualifications

All Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet at least one of the following Criteria:

• At least 12 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non-licensed operator at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility
• At least 18 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non-licensed operator at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility
• At least 6 months of experience performing plant operational duties as an active-licensed reactor operator at a comparable (BWR/PWR) facility
• At least 12 months of experience performing plant operational duties as an active licensed reactor operator at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility
• At least 18 months of experience in a position equivalent to the reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods)
• At least 27 months of experience at a non-nuclear facility

Note: Experience in petrochemical; similar process plants; or steam propulsion plant design, construction, technical support, operation, maintenance, or training instruction can be substituted for applicable power plant experience.