Nuclear Operator

Vistra Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training program

Career path to NRC license

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company is offering a fully funded 2-year Nuclear Operator Trainee program designed to prepare candidates for NRC licensing. Trainees will learn to supervise and operate a nuclear reactor, transitioning to a licensed operator role upon certification.

Upon successful licensing, you will work on rotating shifts to monitor and control reactor and auxiliary systems, following INPO and NRC regulations. A strong safety focus and comprehensive training are required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of operations power plant experience.
• Complete INPO certified programs and other required training.
• Qualify and receive NRC Operator License as requested.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the nuclear reactor and auxiliary systems.
• Maintain equipment lubrication and chemical specifications.
• Perform routine radiation monitoring and safety clearances.
• Direct and train other operations staff to ensure safe operations.
• Record readings and maintain logs of work performed during shifts.

Skills

Nuclear operations

Safety regulations

Radiation safety

Team instruction

Education

NRC Operator License

Tools

Work Process monitoring

Job description

## Nuclear OperatorApplylocations: Shippingport, Pennsylvaniatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 40015591If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.**Job Summary**Vistra is seeking highly motivated, disciplined, and detail-oriented professionals to join our Nuclear Operations team as Licensed Nuclear Reactor Operator Trainees. This position offers a unique, fully funded 2-year intensive training program designed to prepare you for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing exam. Upon successful completion of the training program and receipt of your operator license, you will transition into a full-time role as a Licensed Reactor Operator, working a rotating shift schedule to monitor, control, and safely operate the facility’s nuclear reactor and auxiliary systems.**Job Description**DUTIES:1. Places in operation, operates and removes from operation equipment using approved station procedures.2. Maintains proper lubrication of equipment.3. Maintains chemical specifications of systems using approved station procedures.4. Performs equipment switching and tagging for clearance operations.5. Performs routine radiation monitoring necessary to obtain access to operating areas or equipment and assists in routine chemistry sampling and analysis of reactor equipment.6. Frequently checks the operation of equipment and diagnoses any difficulties.7. Using appropriate tools and materials, performs minor adjustment and repair work.8. Takes necessary action in case of an emergency and notifies the Reactor Operator or station supervision of unusual or irregular conditions.9. Records readings, changes charts and keeps proper records of work done on the shift.10. Performs various operating procedures and equipment surveillance tests as directed.11. Performs as a member of the station emergency squad and fire brigade.12. Using appropriate tools and materials, maintains assigned work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, and well lighted manner.13. Directs and trains other operations employees, checking the performance of their work in order to maintain safe and proper operating conditions.14. Effectively uses electrical and mechanical prints, diagrams and manuals in performance of job duties. Other assigned duties can be the preparations of safety clearances when directed.15. Performs all work in accordance with station safety and radiological control regulations and practices.16. Performs all duties is accordance with INPO good operating practices, industry standards, and NRC regulations.17. Maintain job qualification under the INPO certified training program.18. Trains and qualities as a Licensed Reactor Operator.19. Performs other similar or less skilled duties as required or assigned; such as, assist with instruction for initial and continuing training, work scheduling or quality reviews when requested.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:1. Must meet all qualifications of the Auxiliary Equipment Operator and Turbine Building Operator positions.2. Must have at least 3 years of operations power plant experience or equivalent excluding training or non-operation's time experience.3. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of company safety regulations, practices and methods of executing clearances.4. Demonstrate the ability to prepare clearances from drawings and prints.5. Complete assigned training for the position for the INPO certified programs and other training needed to perform the job duties using industry standards.6. Qualify and receive a NRC Operator's License as requested by management.7. Pass appropriate oral and/or written examinations.8. Pass appropriate physical examinations needed to perform work in radiological control areas assigned such as plant containment.9. Demonstrated ability to instruct, plan, and direct the work of other employees.10. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of radiation worker standards and practices.11. Successful completion of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Generic Fundamentals Examination minimum qualification to remain as a Nuclear Operator as a prerequisite to Licensed Operator Training.12. Demonstrate the use of plant computer equipment such as Work Process monitoring, corrective actions, procedure usage and change and work scheduling software.**Job Family**Plant Operations**Company**Vistra Nuclear Operations Company**Locations**Shippingport, PennsylvaniaPennsylvania### *We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!*### ***If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.*****It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.****If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.**