Nuclear Operator

Nuclear Operator

Under semi-direct supervision, the Nuclear Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of station equipment and performs all operating duties for which they are qualified such as:

• Places in operation, operates and removes from operation equipment using approved station procedures.
• Maintains proper lubrication of equipment.
• Maintains chemical specifications of systems using approved station procedures.
• Performs equipment switching and tagging for clearance operations.
• Performs routine radiation monitoring necessary to obtain access to operating areas or equipment and assists in routine chemistry sampling and analysis of reactor equipment.
• Frequently checks the operation of equipment and diagnoses any difficulties.
• Using appropriate tools and materials, performs minor adjustment and repair work.
• Takes necessary action in case of an emergency and notifies the Reactor Operator or station supervision of unusual or irregular conditions.
• Records readings, changes charts and keeps proper records of work done on the shift.
• Performs various operating procedures and equipment surveillance tests as directed.
• Performs as a member of the station emergency squad and fire brigade.
• Using appropriate tools and materials, maintains assigned work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, and well lighted manner.
• Directs and trains other operations employees, checking the performance of their work in order to maintain safe and proper operating conditions.
• Effectively uses electrical and mechanical prints, diagrams and manuals in performance of job duties. Other assigned duties can be the preparations of safety clearances when directed.
• Performs all work in accordance with station safety and radiological control regulations and practices.
• Performs all duties in accordance with INPO good operating practices, industry standards, and NRC regulations.
• Maintain job qualification under the INPO certified training program.
• Trains and qualifies as a Licensed Reactor Operator.
• Performs other similar or less skilled duties as required or assigned; such as, assist with instruction for initial and continuing training, work scheduling or quality reviews when requested.

Qualification Requirements:

• Must meet all qualifications of the Auxiliary Equipment Operator and Turbine Building Operator positions.
• Must have at least 3 years of operations power plant experience or equivalent excluding training or non-operation's time experience.
• Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of company safety regulations, practices and methods of executing clearances.
• Demonstrate the ability to prepare clearances from drawings and prints.
• Complete assigned training for the position for the INPO certified programs and other training needed to perform the job duties using industry standards.
• Qualify and receive a NRC Operator's License as requested by management.
• Pass appropriate oral and/or written examinations.
• Pass appropriate physical examinations needed to perform work in radiological control areas assigned such as plant containment.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct, plan, and direct the work of other employees.
• Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of radiation worker standards and practices.
• Successful completion of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Generic Fundamentals Examination minimum qualification to remain as a Nuclear Operator as a prerequisite to Licensed Operator Training.
• Demonstrate the use of plant computer equipment such as Work Process monitoring, corrective actions, procedure usage and change and work scheduling software.

Job Family: Plant Operations

Company: Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations: Shippingport, Pennsylvania