Reactor Operator

Outland Recruiting; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a candidate to operate and direct nuclear systems and ensure safety during plant operations. Responsibilities include monitoring reactor conditions, operating equipment according to protocols, and shutting down the reactor if necessary. Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma and relevant experience as either a non-licensed or licensed reactor operator. This role demands a focus on safety and competency in handling plant operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 12 months experience as a non-licensed operator at a comparable facility.
• Experience as an active licensed reactor operator is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and systems safely according to approved procedures.
• Monitor reactor conditions and make required adjustments.
• Shutdown the Reactor when safety is compromised.
• Act as System Operating Representative for Energy Control Process.

Skills

Operational safety competence

Equipment operation

Reactor safety evaluation

Control room duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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.