Control Room Operator-Nuclear

Control Room Operator-Nuclear

Date: Nov 7, 2025

Location: MINERAL, VA, US, 23117

Company: Dominion Energy

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

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.

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

Participates as a member of station fire brigade and functions as a fire brigade leader

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

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

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

BS degree in Engineering is a plus

Strong 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

Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift

Education Requirements

Required: High School Graduate/GED

Required: Successful completion of Algebra II or equivalent (Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus) (Candidates who are selected for an offer must provide documentation)

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.5.2, and Regulatory Guide 1.8 Revision 4, Staff Regulatory Guidance, 1.4 to be met at completion of Control Room Operator training program.

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,

Export Control

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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

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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