Control Room Operator-Nuclear

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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

Job Summary

The Operations department at the Surry Nuclear Power Station, located in the Tidewater, VA area, is currently searching for non-licensed Nuclear Control Room Operator candidates. Non-licensed Operators operate the turbine generator and reactor support systems while gaining the requisite knowledge and experience to become licensed Reactor Operators. This role ensures that primary and secondary plant equipment operates properly by executing operational surveillance procedures, surveying and recording readings on equipment, and implementing prescribed operational procedures. This role works a rotating 12-hour shift.

Job duties include:

Locally operate the turbine generator and reactor support systems while gaining the requisite knowledge and experience to become licensed Reactor Operators

Monitor and control equipment and associated systems

Perform minor maintenance

Execute operational surveillance procedures to ensure that equipment and systems are functioning safely

Survey and record readings on plant equipment to detect any potential problems

Assist in coordinating maintenance and surveillance activities

Hang and remove plant safety tags

Assist in refueling operations

Assist in preparing, transferring, loading, and unloading nuclear fuel elements

Assist in development and implementation of training programs

Provide relief for other positions as required and work without assistance in job areas where sufficient knowledge and training are present

Participate in on-the-job training

Those with the potential, desire and proven performance may be promoted to positions of increased responsibility and leadership. Dominion's Surry Power Station is a great place to build a career as a Control Room Operator!

This position is represented by the Bargaining Agreement between Dominion and the Local Union 50 of the IBEW.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined are highly encouraged to apply.

No relocation assistance will be provided.

Maybe a member of the Emergency Response Organization.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The ideal Nuclear Control Room Operator candidate will possess the following:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Successfully completed the Naval Nuclear Propulsion training program and possess a minimum of 4 years hands on experience in the field/fleet in one of the following disciplines; EM, MM, ET or ELT

OR Completed a similar Non-Licensed Operator training program at another commercial nuclear station and possess a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience.

OR Have or have held an RO or SRO license at a nuclear facility

OR Possess a BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Nuclear Engineering preferred) and 1 year of power plant experience

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

BS degree in Engineering a plus

High knowledge of Math

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot assigned systems and equipment

The ability to operate various equipment and maintenance tools

Willingness to study and learn while on and off the job

Excellent reasoning ability

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Must be a self starter with the ability to quickly diagnose equipment issues

Ability to interface well with peers and supervisors

Must possess leadership qualities

Must have a positive attitude

Required: Successful completion of Algebra II (candidates who are selected for an offer must provide documentation)

Education Requirements

Required: High School Graduate/GED

Required: Successful completion of Algebra II (candidates who are selected for an offer must provide documentation)

Preferred: Bachelor degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear) or Nuclear Engineering Technology

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Plant Operators Selection System (POSS) aptitude test, administered on site during the pre-employment process. To view the practice test, cut and paste the following URL in your browser,

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Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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