Auxiliary Operator Trainee

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind, and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

About the Role

Under direct supervision, performs operational activities including log taking, equipment evaluation, system valve alignments, system operations, system tag outs, and all related administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• As directed, starts, stops, adjusts, tests, and operates pumps, valves, switchgear, controls, and other components of systems.
• Assists shift supervision in the performance of duties involved in directing and coordinating the actions of other personnel assigned to assist in station operation.
• During refueling of the reactor, manipulates controls, drives, etc., and observes nuclear and radiation monitoring instruments in accordance with procedural controls.
• Implements tagging and system out-of-service requests, including directing others to realign valves, rack out breakers, and hang tags.
• Initiates Emergency Plan in accordance with implementing procedure.
• May be required to assist in refueling.
• Monitors recorders and indicators within the control room for nuclear and turbine generator systems for operation within prescribed limits.
• Obtains overview data and performs various calculations as required by procedure.
• Operates station communications.
• Participates as a member of the station fire brigade and may function as fire brigade leader.
• Performs operations in accordance with administrative procedures and NRC license, including shift turnovers, log maintenance, etc.
• Monitors, controls, and operates nuclear station equipment for the control room, including:
  • Familiarity with abnormal operating event procedures and system diagnostic and restoration procedures.
  • Thorough familiarity with entry conditions and cautions for emergency operating procedures and the basis of each step.
  • Responds to and takes action to mitigate consequences of plant transients.
  • Responds to plant indicators and alarms in accordance with plant procedures, identifying parameters indicative of an emergency condition and initiating designated actions.
  • Identifies and corrects deficient conditions through the station Corrective Action program, initiating action requests for material condition issues, and submitting procedure change requests.
  • Starts, stops, controls, and monitors nuclear reactor and auxiliary reactor systems as required for plant operations, including taking manual control of equipment as conditions warrant.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) test and Basic Math and Science Test (BMST).
• Nuclear unescorted access.
• One of the following:
  • 1 year of technical experience, which includes work performed in power production, petrochemical, or other industrial process plants during operational, maintenance, design, or training activities. Alternate relevant experience includes operation and maintenance of equipment such as HVAC, electrical, and maintenance technicians.
  • 2 years' experience in operations or maintenance of a non-generating nuclear power facility (e.g., Navy Nuclear operations or maintenance training/experience or operations/maintenance experience at a DOE facility).
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (engineering, engineering technology, or related science program).
  • Associate's degree in a technical discipline (engineering, engineering technology, or related science program).
  • 43 credit hours of post-secondary education, of which 75% (at least 8 courses or 32 hours) is advanced math, physics, chemistry, and/or engineering/engineering technology.

Benefits

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help employees thrive professionally and personally, including:

• Competitive compensation and a bonus program.
• 401(k) with company match and employee stock purchase program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs.
• Disability and life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.

Pay

Salary starts at $48.51/hour.

Schedule

Class starts February 2, 2027.