Operator 1 - OPS Apprentice Class

Job Titles & Postings:
· Operator 1 (Job Posting)

Target Start Date: June 2027

Posting Period: October 12, 2026 through January 8, 2027

Requirements:

High School/GED or equivalent (Required)
Associates degree in a science, mathematics, or technology program, Mechanical or Operations Technology (Preferred)
Navy nuclear power plant experience may be considered (Preferred)


Industrial or commercial plant equipment operations. (Preferred)


Summary: The Operator 1 position is responsible for assisting in the operation of plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner, as directed by Control Room personnel. Essential responsibilities are plant equipment operation.
· Responsibilities include operation of assigned equipment during all phases of plant operation, inspecting operating equipment, and initiating service requests for equipment/component repairs as needed
· Attends and successfully completes all phases of the Operator Apprenticeship program
· Acts as a member of the Fire Brigade
· Acts in an assigned position for the Emergency Response Organization per the Station Emergency Plan as required
· Participates in refueling activities, accepts outage position as needed
· Monitors system parameters as required to always be aware of equipment conditions during the work shift
· Performs required operational checks. Observes and evaluates instruments and alarms for operating problems; informs shift supervision
· Maintains required logs, charts, and records on the assigned work shift
· Supports Maintenance by Equipment Clearance Orders
· Perform minor maintenance, including adjusting manual valve packing, replacing fuses, pressurizing tanks, installing test equipment, adding oil to equipment, and draining water from components
· Attends training and retraining. Performs on-the-job training for other apprentice-level operators
· Maintains proficiency in radiation protective techniques and procedures
· Performs housekeeping duties, including maintaining and keeping equipment and areas clean
· Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access
· Ability to meet requirements for wearing a respirator
· Ability to use basic mathematics to complete log computations

Work Hours: During much of the training, individuals will work a 4 day/10-hour work schedule (Monday-Thursday); however, alternate work schedules including shift work will be required to support outages and other plant needs.

Work Location:

Due to the nature of the work, this position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site.


Environmental and Physical Requirements:

Environmental and physical requirements require the ability to don appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the defined role; subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and/or lifting to 30+ lbs.; ascending/descending stairs; ascending, descending, traversing ladders, scaffolds, stairs; working in confined spaces; moving safely over uneven or slippery terrain; working in proximity to loud equipment and possible inclement weather/temperature conditions.


Working Conditions:

Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed
Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week
Shiftwork in nuclear power plant, including Holiday coverage
Travel may be required
May be required to carry a phone
Working environment consist of both outside and inside work, in both extreme hot and cold temperatures
Work may be in confined spaces, radiological areas, and at heights