Auxiliary Operator

Exelon Generation; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Constellation is recognizing a Nuclear Plant Operator role requiring strong technical background and the ability to monitor and control critical reactor and turbine systems. The position emphasizes safety, adherence to NRC procedures, and teamwork in a demanding power generation environment in the United States.

Starting pay is $40.15 per hour and non-negotiable. Fully qualified operators can earn about $62.44 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• AND ONE of the following: 1 year of technical experience in power production, petrochemical or other industrial plants; OR 2 years of operations/maintenance at a non-generating nuclear facility; OR BS/BA in engineering or related field; OR AS/AS in engineering or related field; OR 43 credit hours with focus in advanced math/physics/chemistry/engineering.

Responsibilities

• Starts, stops, and monitors nuclear reactor and auxiliary systems to maintain maximum station capability.
• Operates pumps, valves, switchgear, and other components as required.
• Monitors records and indicators in the control room and performs calculations per procedure.
• Responds to plant indicators and alarms per procedures and initiates actions for emergencies.
• Participates in station fire brigade and may act as fire brigade leader.
• Assists supervision in directing personnel and implements corrective actions.
• Initiates Emergency Plan and manages tagging and out-of-service requests.
• During reactor refueling, operates controls and monitors radiation instruments as required.
• Operates station communications equipment as required.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related science program

Associates of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology or related science program

43 credit hours of post-secondary education with emphasis in advanced math, physics, chemistry and/or engineering/engineering technology

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future.

• including highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program
• comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs
• disability and life insurance benefits
• paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days
• and much more

Starting pay rate $40.15/hr. (non-negotiable)

Once fully qualified Equipment operator (Approx one year_$62.44/hr (non-negotiable)

Primary Purpose Of Position

The qualified candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Starts, stops, controls and monitors nuclear reactor and auxiliary reactor systems, as required for plant operations, including taking manual control of equipment as conditions warrant. Starts, stops, controls and monitors steam turbine, main generator and auxiliary turbine generating equipment as required to maintain maximum station capability, including taking manual control of equipment as conditions warrant.
• As directed, starts, stops, adjusts, tests and operates pumps, valves, switchgear, controls and other components of systems.
• Monitors recorders and indicators within the control room for the nuclear and turbine generator systems for operation within prescribed limits. Obtains overview data and performs various calculations as required by procedure.
• Responds to plant indicators and alarms in accordance with plant procedures including identifying those parameters that are indicative of an emergency condition and initiating designated actions.
• Performs operations in accordance with administrative procedures and NRC license including shift turnovers, log maintenance, etc.
• Responds to and takes action as required in mitigating consequences of plant transient. Required to be thoroughly familiar with entry conditions and cautions for the emergency operating procedure and the basis of each step in the procedures. Required to be familiar with the abnormal operating event procedures and system diagnostic and restoration procedures.
• Participates as a member of station fire brigade and will be required to function as fire brigade leader.
• Assists shift supervision in the performance of any and all of the duties involved in directing and coordinating the actions of the other personnel assigned to assist in operation of the station. 9. Responsible to identify and correct deficient conditions through the use of the station Corrective Action program, initiating action requests for material condition issues and submitting Procedure change requests.
• Initiates Emergency Plan in accordance with implementing procedure.
• Implements tagging and system out-of-service requests, including directing others to realign valves, rack out breakers and hang tags.
• During refueling of the reactor, manipulates controls, drives, etc. and observes nuclear and radiation monitoring instruments in accordance with procedural controls. May be required to assist in refueling.
• Operates station communications equipment as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High school Diploma or GED
• AND ONE of the following:
• 1 year of technical experience, which includes any of the following: work performed in power production, petrochemical or other industrial process plants during operational, maintenance, design, or training activities. Alternative relevant experience examples include operation and maintenance of equipment, such as HVAC, electrical and maintenance technicians. OR
• 2 years of experience in operations or maintenance of a non-generating nuclear power facility (e.g. Navy Nuclear operations or maintenance training/experience or operations or maintenance experience at a DOE facility) OR
• A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related science program OR
• An Associates of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology or related science program OR
• 43 credit hours of post-secondary education of which 75% (at least 8 courses or 32 hours) is advanced math, physics, chemistry and/or engineering/engineering technology.
• TESTING REQUIREMENTS:
• Candidates must pass the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) Examination
• Score satisfactorily on the Basic Math and Science Test (BMST)
• Candidate must be able to obtain unescorted access to a nuclear facility as a member of a critical group.