Nuclear Power Reactor Operators

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Nuclear Power Reactor Operator in the United States. This role involves operating and controlling nuclear reactors, monitoring equipment, and responding to emergencies. Candidates should have an associate's degree in nuclear engineering or a related field, along with necessary certifications. Required skills include operation monitoring, critical thinking, and active listening. The position offers on-the-job training and the opportunity to manage complex technical systems efficiently.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship or related associate’s degree required.
• On-the-job training and certification necessary.
• Education and experience requirements vary by employer.

Responsibilities

• Operate or control nuclear reactors and equipment.
• Monitor and adjust controls while recording data.
• Implement emergency procedures and respond to abnormalities.

Skills

Operation Monitoring

Reading Comprehension

Operation and Control

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Monitoring

Education

Associate's degree in nuclear engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Access

Data logging software

Job description

Nuclear Power Reactor Operator

Operate or control nuclear reactors. Move control rods, start and stop equipment, monitor and adjust controls, and record data in logs. Implement emergency procedures when needed. May respond to abnormalities, determine cause, and recommend corrective action.

List of Nuclear Power Reactor Operator Job Duties

• Develop or implement actions such as lockouts, tagouts, or clearances to allow equipment to be safely repaired.
• Authorize actions to correct identified operational inefficiencies or hazards so that operating efficiency is maximized and potential environmental issues are minimized.
• Monitor or operate boilers, turbines, wells, or auxiliary power plant equipment.
• Direct reactor operators in emergency situations, in accordance with emergency operating procedures.
• Record operating data, such as the results of surveillance tests.
• Respond to system or unit abnormalities, diagnosing the cause, and recommending or taking corrective action.

Skills Required

• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.
• Operation and Control: Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Access
• Data logging software

How to Become a Nuclear Power Reactor Operator

Education and experience requirements vary by employer and region. The position typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or an associate’s degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field, along with on‑the‑job training and certification.