Nuclear Reactor Operator

Ontario, NY, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 31 minutes ago
Full Time
On-site
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  • Lighting
  • NATURAL
  • Energy
  • Power Station
  • Specification Gathering
  • SAFE
  • Security Clearance
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Switches
  • PASS
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Exceed
  • Management
  • Startups
  • Testing
  • Technical Support
  • Training

Summary

WHO WE ARE

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation\'s largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we\'re creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country\'s energy needs today and tomorrow.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs disability and life insurance benefits paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Pay rate: $69.80/ hr

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Upon the successful completion of Initial License Training (including attainment of Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Reactor Operator (RO) License), operate the Nuclear Power Station in accordance with the Licensed Reactor Operators responsibilities as defined in the station operating procedures and in accordance with Operations Department and station policies and practices.


PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • In class:
  • \tCandidates attending class with the intent of attaining an RO License.
  • \tClassroom lessons, study time, exam time, and field time required to attain licensed status.
  • \tOther duties as assigned to support site operations.
  • \tSuccessful completion of Initial Training and/or Watch Station Qualifications
  • \tPass company and NRC issued exams to attain RO license.
  • Once licensed:
  • \tOperate the plant in accordance with approved procedures and within the Limiting Conditions for Operation of the Technical Specifications to ensure the reactor is operated in a safe, conservative, and efficient manner at all times.
  • \tMonitor the reactor and ensure reactor operation remains within established bands.
  • \tMonitor all assigned control room panels and notify the Unit Supervisor regarding unusual or unexpected conditions.
  • \tMaintain cognizance of the activities and work impacting the unit, and the work of the assist RO(s) assigned to the unit.
  • \tEnsure a narrative log of activities occurring on the assigned unit during the shift is maintained.
  • \tPerform clearance activities.
  • \tCoordinate liquid radwaste releases and transfers with the Reactor Operators and the Radwaste Equipment Operators
  • \tPerform electrical switching from the Control Room
  • \tBe available for on-call status, rotating shifts - including holiday and weekend work, and serve on the Emergency Response Organization


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • \tHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • \tSuccessfully pass the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) and Basic Math and Science Test (BMST) pre-employment tests successfully
  • \tPass NRC-required physical examination for licensed operators.
  • \tAbility to complete fire brigade member qualifications based on Operational needs, including physical qualifications (ability to wear a respirator and wear 20-pound oxygen tank). For Fire Brigade and while standing watch in case of fire must wear respirators in control room.
  • \tObtain unescorted access to Constellation\'s nuclear power plants.
  • Meet or exceed one of the following:
  • \t6 months performing plant operational duties as a non-licensed operator on-site at the Constellation nuclear power plant for which you are applying as an RO (qualified for all power block and safety system operational duties). Must have 18 months total Power Plant experience.
  • \t12 months experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non-licensed operator at a comparable nuclear facility or 18 months at a noncomparable nuclear facility (qualified for all power block and safety system operational duties). Comparable is PWR to PWR or BWR to BWR, and non-comparable is PWR to BWR or BWR to PWR. Must have 18 months total Power Plant experience.
  • \t6 months performing plant operational duties as an ACTIVE licensed reactor operator at a comparable nuclear facility or 12 months experience at a non-comparable commercial power reactor operator facility. Comparable is PWR to PWR or BWR to BWR, and non-comparable is PWR to BWR or BWR to PWR. Must have 18 months total Power Plant experience.
  • \t18 months in position equivalent to the reactor operator position at a miliary Navy Reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods. The equivalent positions are Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch / Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor / Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor.
  • \t27 months of experience performed in a non-nuclear power production plant during preoperational, startup testing or operational activities. Other acceptable experience includes plant design, construction, technical support, operation, maintenance, or training instruction with respect to petrochemical similar process plants or steam propulsion plants.

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  • Position Id: 17256_136683
  • Posted 30+ days ago
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