{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6253f8a5e5592cb98cb493cd","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6253f8a5e5592cb98cb493cd","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6253f8a5e5592cb98cb493cd","title":"Nuclear Control Operator (NCO)","description":"Nuclear Control Operator (NCO)\n\nHoltec Palisades is currently seeking Nuclear Control Operators (NCO) to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI.\n\nWe are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.\n\nPalisades Nuclear Power Plant is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!\n\nJOB SUMMARY\n\nObtain and retain a valid NRC Operator’s License and under general supervision, operate and direct the operation of the plant in a manner to maintain the health and safety of the public and employees and to protect the plant property by performing duties.\n\nJOB DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES\nOperating and directing the operation of Plant equipment such as the nuclear reactor and associated equipment, turbine generator and associated equipment, substations/switchyard and station power equipment, relays, etc.\nDiagnose plant status and initiate corrective action based on available information.\nChecking and setting control room instruments\nUse plant procedures and technical specifications to implement appropriate actions under normal, abnormal, and emergency plant conditions.\nPerforming reactor core component and fuel handling operations\nPreparing switching and tagging instructions\nPerforming other similar or related work.\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\n\nMinimum education required of the position:\nHigh School Diploma, GED, High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).\n\nMinimum experience required of the position:\nAt least 6 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non licensed operator at Palisades.\nOR\nAt least 12 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non licensed operator at a comparable (PWR) facility or 18 months of experience at a noncomparable (BWR) commercial power reactor facility.\nOR\nAt least 6 months of experience performing operational duties as an active licensed reactor operator at a comparable facility or 12 months of experience at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility.\nOR\nAt least 18 months (from time completion of training) of experience in a position equivalent to the reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods) i.e., Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the watch/propulsion plant watch officer, Engineering watch supervisor/propulsion plant watch supervisor.\nOR\nAt least 27 Months experience at a non-nuclear facility.\n\nMinimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position:\nMust be able to pass an NRC licensed operator physical including respirator use.\nMust be able to advance through training as required by their job duties.\nDemonstrated leadership abilities.\nMust be capable of assuming limited supervisory responsibilities.\n\nAny certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position:\nPlant Operator Selection System (POSS) test required.\n\nANSI Required: Y\n\nHoltec Palisades offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Holtec Palisades is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. 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We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.\n\nPalisades Nuclear Power Plant is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!\n\nJOB SUMMARY\n\nObtain and retain a valid NRC Operator’s License and under general supervision, operate and direct the operation of the plant in a manner to maintain the health and safety of the public and employees and to protect the plant property by performing duties.\n\nJOB DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES\nOperating and directing the operation of Plant equipment such as the nuclear reactor and associated equipment, turbine generator and associated equipment, substations/switchyard and station power equipment, relays, etc.\nDiagnose plant status and initiate corrective action based on available information.\nChecking and setting control room instruments\nUse plant procedures and technical specifications to implement appropriate actions under normal, abnormal, and emergency plant conditions.\nPerforming reactor core component and fuel handling operations\nPreparing switching and tagging instructions\nPerforming other similar or related work.\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\n\nMinimum education required of the position:\nHigh School Diploma, GED, High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).\n\nMinimum experience required of the position:\nAt least 6 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non licensed operator at Palisades.\nOR\nAt least 12 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non licensed operator at a comparable (PWR) facility or 18 months of experience at a noncomparable (BWR) commercial power reactor facility.\nOR\nAt least 6 months of experience performing operational duties as an active licensed reactor operator at a comparable facility or 12 months of experience at a noncomparable commercial power reactor facility.\nOR\nAt least 18 months (from time completion of training) of experience in a position equivalent to the reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods) i.e., Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the watch/propulsion plant watch officer, Engineering watch supervisor/propulsion plant watch supervisor.\nOR\nAt least 27 Months experience at a non-nuclear facility.\n\nMinimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position:\nMust be able to pass an NRC licensed operator physical including respirator use.\nMust be able to advance through training as required by their job duties.\nDemonstrated leadership abilities.\nMust be capable of assuming limited supervisory responsibilities.\n\nAny certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position:\nPlant Operator Selection System (POSS) test required.\n\nANSI Required: Y\n\nHoltec Palisades offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. 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