Job Description

Sr Reactor Operator In Training

Date: Jan 28, 2025

Location: WATERFORD, CT, US, 06385JENKINSVILLE, SC, US, 29065MINERAL, VA, US, 23117SURRY, VA, US, 23883

Company: Dominion Energy

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we?re looking for you. You won?t just find a job here; you?ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

Job Summary

To help build its workforce for the future, Dominion Energy Nuclear (DE) will be strategically adding Senior Reactor Operators in Training (SROIT) at some of its four nuclear power stations. This ongoing job posting is designed to support DE's effort to expand its pipeline of top talent to meet its short-term, mid-term, and long-term needs. Applicants are advised that DE's specific hiring needs at each station will change over time which will influence the scheduling of interviews and future start dates. DE strives to communicate clearly with candidates on these important elements.

A Senior Reactor Operator In Training is being prepared to manage the overall safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a nuclear power plant, under all conditions, in accordance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's regulations and Dominion's Operating Specifications and Standards. Upon successful completion of the 18-24 month licensed training program (classroom phase), incumbents will be qualified to provide technical and operational leadership to assist with the supervision of licensed and non-licensed nuclear operators on an assigned shift.

The training for licensure as a Unit Supervisor will include:

? Preparation for exercising control over the conduct of maintenance operations on all plant equipment during the shift.

? Ensuring shift operations are conducted in accordance with requirements of the license, technical specifications, and station procedures.

? Providing operational oversight for nuclear reactor, turbine generator equipment, related systems and computer controls.

? Responsibilities may also include interfacing with transmission facility during assigned shift.

? Preparation for coordinating operational activities required to support normal or abnormal conditions, maintenance evaluations, and testing of equipment, monitoring and evaluating operators in the development and continuing training programs.

? May be required to become a member of the Emergency Response Organization.

Upon being licensed, a SRO may be designated to relieve the Shift Manager and to assume command and control of the Unit. Duties, at all times, will include responsibility for the safe operation of assigned plant and the protection of personnel, both plant and civilian. Unit Supervisor trainees will direct the work of licensed and non-licensed operators during 520 hours of in plant time during training with a licensed SRO providing oversight of their activities. Once licensed, incumbents will be authorized to make decisions regarding shutting down the plant due to emergent problems.

At all times, the SRO must demonstrate leadership and sincere attention to all matters affecting nuclear safety. They must be skilled in giving clear work direction, making decisions, and problem resolution.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience

A total of seven years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience.

In addition to the above requirement, one of the following must be met:

Non-Degreed Candidate:

• 12 month or more experience as an active reactor operator or senior reactor operator at a commercial power reactor facility of the same vendor or vintage, or
• 18 months or more as an active reactor operator or senior reactor operator at a comparable PWR facility or noncomparable commercial power reactor facility, or
• 18 months or more in a position equivalent to reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods). Qualifying title include: Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Watch Office, Engineering Watch Supervisor, Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor.

Degreed Candidate:

• BS degree or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology or related sciences with nuclear power plant staff experience for at least 18 months for a comparable facility, 27 months for a noncomparable facility, or
• Nuclear power plant staff experience can include: plant equipment controls; integrated operations procedures; operations; maintenance; engineering; radiological support; modifications; maintenance planning; work control; chemistry; or accredited training.

Other Candidates:

• On a case by case basis, candidates with a Professional Engineering (P.E.) license or non-traditional degree who also possess significant nuclear power plant staff experience can be considered
• Must possess at least 18 months of nuclear power plant experience at a comparable facility, or 27 months of nuclear power plant experience at a noncomparable facility

Education Requirements

• HS diploma or GED
• Preferred: B.S. in Engineering

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Prefer: Holds or has held a Reactor Operator (RO) license or has B.S. degree or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology or related sciences or holds a professional engineer license.

Working Conditions

Confined Spaces 51-75%

Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75%

Energized Wires 51-75%

Fumes 51-75%

Heat 51-75%

Loud Noise 51-75%

Operating Machinery 51-75%

Outdoors 51-75%

Pressurized Lines & Valves 51-75%

Radiation 51-75%

Office Work Environment 26-50%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

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 and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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Nearest Major Market: Hanover

Nearest Secondary Market: Chesterfield

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