Senior Reactor Operator

Constellation; Marseilles (IL); On-site; USD 159,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% annual incentive bonus

Initial sign-on bonus

401(k) with employer matching

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy provider is seeking Initial License Trainees to become licensed Senior Reactor Operators supporting operations in Marseilles, IL. Responsibilities include attending training, completing necessary evaluations, and performing supervisory duties upon licensing. Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and meet experience requirements in reactor operations. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including relocation assistance, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must meet SRO certification or equivalent experience.
• Maintain medical examination and testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Attend Initial License Training (ILT) including exams and evaluations.
• Complete training phases to obtain SRO license.
• Support management with various job assignments.

Skills

Reactor Operator license

SRO Instructor certification

Emergency response skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Constellation is seeking Initial License Trainees (ILT) to become licensed Senior Reactor Operators (SRO) supporting LaSalle Nuclear Power Station in Marseilles, IL. The ILT class begins March 2027.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The primary purpose of this position is to train and prepare to perform the duties of an Operations Shift Supervisor who holds a Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license. Upon completion of training the candidate will be fully licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to supervise licensed reactor operators in the reactor control room and to supervise bargaining unit reactor operators and equipment operators.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Attend Initial License Training (ILT), including classroom training and examination, on‑job training and evaluation.
• Complete all phases of training to obtain SRO license and perform the duties of an Operations Shift Supervisor.
• Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management, including emergency response, departmental coverage, call‑outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meet or exceed one of the following: 1 year Reactor Operator license at a comparable facility or 1.5 years at a non‑comparable facility; or 1.5+ years in a position equivalent to Reactor Operator (or Supervisor) at a military reactor.
• Current or previous SRO Instructor certification and 4 years experience at a comparable facility, or 6 years at a non‑comparable facility.
• Maintain minimum access or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and testing in accordance with position duties.

Benefits

During initial license training, total compensation earnings eligibility ranges from $159,000.00 to $182,000.00 per year, including a 15% annual incentive bonus, an initial sign‑on bonus, $10,000 bonus spread through training milestones, comprehensive benefits package, and 401(k) with employer matching.

After obtaining SRO license, total compensation earnings eligibility starts at $191,000.00 per year, including a target 15% annual bonus, license premium, and extended hours pay at 1.5 times the base salary, with mandated operation shift coverage.

Additional benefits include competitive salary, bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, medical, dental and vision benefits, disability and life insurance, paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days, and robust wellbeing programs.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be offered to candidates who meet the conditions in the company's policy.