Reactor Operator

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Idaho Falls (ID)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 96,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with employer contribution
Paid time off
Education program

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring Advanced Reactor Operators at the Materials & Fuels Complex (MFC) in Idaho Falls. The role involves operating and maintaining facility equipment, recording data, and applying procedures during reactor testing.

Shifts are 4x10 with Fridays off and rotating during testing. Requirements include a high school diploma with 6+ years of related experience, or an associate degree with 2+ years, or equivalent, plus US citizenship for security clearance.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience.
  • Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
  • ESTEC graduate with 0 years relevant experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in related technical field with 0 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and perform maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
  • Maintain accurate records of operation, performance and data in logbooks/log-sheets.
  • Review and provide input to proposed procedures and modifications.
  • Apply standard procedures for tasks and experiments requiring minor modification.
  • Recognize and apply Human Performance Improvement tools where appropriate.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Hand-eye coordination
Electrical
Skilled trades
Scientific application

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Associate degree
ESTEC graduate
Bachelor's degree in related technical field

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring Advanced Reactor Operators to work at our Materials & Fuels Complex (MFC). This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex and works a 4x10 shift with every Friday off and variable rotating shifts during reactor testing.

INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel design and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Operate and perform some maintenance on facility equipment and systems. Facility equipment and systems may include overhead handling systems, remote handling equipment, shielded casks, facility utilities, operational support systems, gloveboxes, and testing equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of facility operation, equipment performance, production, treatment and experimental data in logbooks, log-sheets, or other data packages by facility programs and administrative procedures.
  • As requested, review and provide operational input to proposed procedures, procedural revisions, and proposed modifications to facility equipment/systems.
  • Apply standard procedures for assigned tasks and known processes, such as experiments requiring minor modification and operating test equipment.
  • Clearly understand and recognize the use of Human Performance Improvement (HPI) tools in self and others with the knowledge of how and when to apply tools to a specific work task.

Level2:

Graduation from high school or equivalent with 6+ years relevant experience

Or associates with 2+ years relevant experience

Or ESTEC graduate with 0 years relevant experience

Or Bachelors degree in related technical field with 0 years relevant experience

Level 3:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and 8+ years of relevant experience,

Or associates or ESTEC graduate with 4+ years relevant experience

Or Bachelor's degree in related technical field with 2+ years relevant experience

Level 4:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and 10+ years of relevant experience,

Or associates or ESTEC graduate with 6+ years relevant experience

Or Bachelor's degree in related technical field with 4+ years relevant experience

ALL Levels:

  • Relevantexperienceworkinginanindustrialorcommercialenvironmentwherecandidatescandemonstrateastrong mechanical aptitude, strong hand-eye coordination, electrical, skilled trades, or scientific application.
  • Candidatesselectedforinterviewmusthavedemonstratedthecapabilitytosuccessfullypasstechnicalwrittenexams and/or successfully completed college level or high school advanced placement math and science courses.
  • ThispositionrequirestheabilitytoobtainandmaintainaDepartmentofEnergy"L"clearance,whichrequiresUSCitizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Reactor Experience

Job Information:

  • Level 2: $30.84 - $50.87 per hour.
  • Level 3: $36.08 - $59.52 per hour
  • Level 4: $41.42 - $70.41 per hour
  • At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
  • TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and may work in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires the operation of job-related equipment and operating a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions.

About Us

Benefits and Relocation

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
  • Paid time off (personal leave)
  • Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
  • Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Job Info
  • Job Identification 1922
  • Job Category 08-Technical Support (Non-Ex)
  • Posting Date 08/11/2026, 09:25 PM
  • Apply Before 08/25/2026, 06:00 AM
  • Degree Level High School Graduate/GED
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Regular or Temporary Regular
  • Locations 2525 Fremont Ave, Idaho Falls, ID, 83415, US (On-site)
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