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PSEG · 1 day ago

Nuclear Reactor Operator

Hancocks Bridge, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$68/hr - $70/hr

PSEG is a leading energy company, and they are seeking a Nuclear Reactor Operator. The role involves controlling the operation of a nuclear steam supply system and turbine generator unit, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety protocols.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencySharing EconomySolar

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Joe Murawski, CPC, MCPC/MCLC

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain any Federal, State or Local License as required in a reasonable time

Operate the nuclear steam supply system and the turbine generator and the auxiliaries in compliance with the Technical Specifications, all established station operating instructions and procedures and facility license requirements

Perform the necessary calculations involved with reactor operation

Synchronize generators and regulate load, voltage, and frequency

Perform switching operations by remote control, as directed or required, to maintain continuity of service on auxiliary busses

Perform emergency operations to protect the general public and station personnel, safeguard station equipment, and maintain electric service

Receive Electric Dispatchers' orders and make reports of operating conditions

Make operational and surveillance tests of equipment as directed by the Technical Specifications and by operating and surveillance procedure

Issue tags for clearing equipment and instructions for making it ready for service, as directed by the Electric Dispatcher, Shift Manager, Control Room Supervisor or Work Control Center Supervisor, fill out tags removed from equipment

Maintain records of valve lineups, equipment status, and operating logs, as required

Report, immediately, any abnormal conditions that develop during the progress of the work and take proper corrective measures

Assist Nuclear Control Operators in the same Control Room, as required

During the shutdown of the unit, perform refueling operations including the transfer of fuel assemblies. Assist the maintenance force to the extent of their capabilities

Perform similar or less skilled work

Perform planning and scheduling functions of the Operations Department

Perform temporary rotational assignments such as lube planner, win team, retest coordinator, outage tagging and project support

Qualification

NRC license knowledgeOperating procedures knowledgeNuclear equipment operationBlueprint interpretationTurbine generator operationSupervisory responsibilitiesCooperationTesting program potentialNuclear requirements complianceReal ID documentationDepartment of Energy complianceNavy Nuclear experienceEWS certificationEOOW certificationPPWO certificationPPWS certificationRO certificationCommunication skills

Required

Meet the NRC and ANSI power plant and operating experience required to seek a NRC license currently in effect

Have a thorough knowledge of established operating procedures, rules, instructions, and Technical Specifications pertaining to the duties to be performed

Have a thorough knowledge of the layout and operation of the nuclear, mechanical, and electrical equipment in the station

Read and interpret blueprints and instructions relating to the work to be performed

Know the full procedure for starting up and shutting down, nuclear steam supply system, a turbine generator unit, associated equipment, and all auxiliary systems

Diagram and explain the operation of the major mechanical, electrical and nuclear control systems

Able to explain the general operation of the turbine generator control system

Capable of assuming the supervisory responsibilities related to the work to be performed

Be cooperative with all those contacted in this work and receive and transmit orders and instructions in a manner to command the confidence and respect of associates

Must demonstrate, through a testing program, the potential to obtain a Reactor Operator license and to perform successfully as a Nuclear Control Operator

Have successfully completed the Reactor Operator Fundamental and systems training, including the NRC administered exam

Must meet and maintain nuclear requirements for Unescorted Site Access

A valid Real ID or an approved form of alternate documentation (see https://www.pseg.com/IDrequirement) is required for this position by May 7, 2027

Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required