Looking for position in ILT class

[padron]

I am looking for a position to obtain a SRO license or a teaching cert.  Currently I am a STA in the control room at a PWR. I am not licensed/qualified as a STA but perform many of the same duties, mainly administrative in nature and have been doing this for a year. Before this position I worked in plant engineering as a civil engineer. I have 10 years engineering experience. My wife an I would like to live near the east coast or gulf of mexico. Preferrably, I would like to be trained on a new eactor. Any info regarding future license classes would be much appreciated. Thanks.

[JustinHEMI05]

I recommend you start browsing the listings on this site, or each companies site you want to work for.

[thenuttyneutron]

I am looking for a position to obtain a SRO license or a teaching cert.  Currently I am a STA in the control room at a PWR. I am not licensed/qualified as a STA but perform many of the same duties, mainly administrative in nature and have been doing this for a year. Before this position I worked in plant engineering as a civil engineer. I have 10 years engineering experience. My wife an I would like to live near the east coast or gulf of mexico. Preferrably, I would like to be trained on a new eactor. Any info regarding future license classes would be much appreciated. Thanks.

I know that the STA position does not require a license, but I have never heard of a company that actually did this.  Did you mean that you are not qualified as a SRO?

[padron]

That's correct - not qualified as a SRO. I am qualified as a SE (Shift Engineer) although I think this is just recognized by our plant. Some of our STAs receive a license bonus so I am assuming they are maintaining a STA license. Info at our plant seems very guarded for whatever reason. Anyway, I have been searching jobsites and company websites for ILT positions. I was just wondering if anyone knew when future license classes would be starting up and where. I have been promised a position in the next ILT class at my plant but dont know if this will actually happen as space is limited.

[JustinHEMI05]

Nine mile point will be hiring for a class in November, calls to start in August. Beaver Valley is currently hiring for a class. Vogtle too. If you are searching the sites, I am not sure what info you are looking for that you haven't already found, unless by future you mean things that may not be posted yet. I found these three in about 2 minutes.

[padron]

I am interested in Vogtle, ie, in that part of the country and would love to be trained for the new units. I have not found any ILT postions on Southern's site. Can you send me the link or the job posting? Thanks.

[JustinHEMI05]

I am not sure how link from individual postings, but here is a copy and paste;

Shift Support Supervisor In Training (Plant Vogtle 3&4)
Requisition Number:  SNC2000721
State-Region:  Georgia-East Georgia
Operating Company:  Southern Nuclear Operating Co

Description

Southern Nuclear Operating Company (SNC), headquartered in Birmingham, AL, operates Southern Company's six nuclear reactors at three locations in Georgia and Alabama:  two reactors at Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, GA;  two reactors at Plant Hatch, near Baxley, GA; and two reactors at Plant Farley, near Dothan, AL.  In addition, planning and excavation activities are underway for the future construction of two new reactors at our Plant Vogtle location.  It's an exciting time to be part of our growing organization.  If a new and significant challenge is what you have been longing for, and if you are energized, positive, committed, and desiring to make a difference, then we are looking for YOU to join our team!

We have opportunities available for Shift Support Supervisors In Training at our Plant Vogtle  Units 3&4 in Waynesboro, Ga.


JOB SUMMARY:

Selected candidates for the Shift Support Supervisor in Training (SSS-IT) vacancies for Vogtle Units 3&4 must be able to meet cold license eligibility and experience requirements per NEI 06-13A (FSAR).  In order to prepare for this requirement, hired candidates will perform Operations staff functions for plant familiarization to prepare for an upcoming NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) Cold License Class.  New hires will immediately be assigned to a 20 week pre-training course.  Successful SSS-IT candidates must pass both the Augusta Tech class and the NRC Generic Fundamentals exam in order to move forward in the Vogtle 3&4 cold license training program.

Successful candidates will flow through the required training program as follows:

    * Augusta Technical College Course (20 weeks):
          o Fundamentals
          o Human performance principles
          o Introduction to nuclear plant systems (based on our existing Vogtle Units 1&2)
          o Introduction to integrated plant operations (based on our existing Vogtle Units 1&2)
          o NRC Generic Fundamental Exam
    * AP1000 Systems Training
    * Job shadowing at a SNC operating plant
    * AP1000 Simulator Training (limited scope simulator)
    * Pre-operational testing assignment
    * Spin-up on AP1000 systems
    * NRC Written Exam
    * Hot functional testing
    * Spin-up on Plant Reference Simulator
    * NRC Operating Exam

Candidates must successfully complete plant-provided systems and fundamentals training on reactor operation, heat transfer, fluid flow, and thermodynamics, as well as pass initial screening and annual medical requirements for acquiring and maintaining industrial fire brigade duties.

Upon the successful completion of Cold License Class and attaining an NRC Operating License, the SSS-IT candidate will become a Shift Support Supervisor, directing operating shift personnel in the performance of plant duties.  This will include standing watch on rotating 12-hour shifts, and coordinating and directing the operation of the nuclear power plant's systems.  Shift work, continuous training with periodic examinations, respirator qualification, and maintaining qualification as a member of the plant Fire Brigade are all requirements of this position.


JOB REQUIREMENTS

    * Candidates are required to complete a Plant Operator behavioral compatibility assessment to determine suitability for Operations supervisory responsibilities.
    * The selected candidate will be required to obtain U.S. Nuclear Power Plant Unescorted Access and will participate in the company's Fitness-for-Duty program.
    * Candidate may be required to maintain qualifications and on-call responsibilities in support of the plant Emergency Response Organization.
    * In order to obtain unescorted access, the selected candidate will be required to complete a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ).  Information from this form will be used to conduct an extensive background investigation as required by Title 10 of the code of Federal Regulations.
    * It is unlikely you will be granted access if (1) you have had a positive drug or alcohol test within the past five years; (2) you have used or possessed drugs in the past five years; (3) you have a felony conviction in the past five years; (4) you have recent misdemeanor convictions; (5) you falsify or omit information or fail to fully cooperate during the investigation process.  This list is not inclusive.


Education Requirements:

    * High School Diploma or GED


Background/Experience Requirements:

    * It is required that candidates meet at least one of the following in order of preference:
          o 1 or more years as an active reactor operator at a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) facility
          o 1.5 or more years as an active reactor operator at a non-comparable commercial power reactor
          o 2 or more years in a position equivalent to a reactor operator position at a military reactor.  Equivalent military positions include:
                + Propulsion Plant Watch Officer
                + Engineering Watch Supervisor
                + Reactor Operator
                + Engineering Officer of the Watch
                + Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor
          o Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field



    * Solid analytical thinking and strong mechanical aptitude a must.
    * Should possess a high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
    * It is preferred that candidates also have:
          o Four or more years of experience in nuclear plant operations (e.g., Nuclear Navy or commercial power plant)
          o Have held an NRC Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator license or military equivalent


Behavioral Attributes:   

    * Must exhibit the Southern Style behaviors - Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment   
          o Unquestionable Trust: Honesty, respect, fairness and integrity drive behaviors. Keeps promises and has ethical behavior as a standard
          o Superior Performance: Dedicated to superior performance and sets high expectations. Priorities are safety first, teamwork and diversity and continuous improvement through leadership
          o Total Commitment: Committed to success of employees, customers, and shareholders and to citizenship and stewardship



Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a super-regional energy company with 4.3 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Southeast. It is one of the largest producers of electricity in the U.S. Southern Company is the parent firm of Alabama Power, Georgia Power, Gulf Power, Mississippi Power, Southern Power, Southern Nuclear, SouthernLINC Wireless, and Southern Telecom. Southern Company brands are synonymous with excellent customer service, high reliability, and prices that are 15 percent below the national average.

We offer a competitive compensation package. Equal Opportunity Employer.


Job Level:  Manager
Travel (Up to...):  Yes, 25% of the time

Work Location(s): 
7821 River Road
Waynesboro 30830

[padron]

I dont think this job posting is still active, but I will look into it. Thanks for the help - appreciate it.

[padron]

I can't find the above post on Southern's website - any suggestions?

[JustinHEMI05]

Wait a minute...

I apologize. That must have been stored in my browser's cache. I cleared cache and it no longer comes up for me either.

Anyway, I would find some contact info on their site, and email them regarding the posting number and see if they are still accepting anything. I happen to know one person who applied but the company wanted to cheap out on them so they never followed through with an interview, and this was only 2 weeks ago, so there might still be something open.

[josh1107]

yes, i thought southern was on the cheap as well...but they are hiring 100+ for their cold license class. Beaver valley, byron are also hiring. may i ask what plant you work at? i am also a non-licensed sta. we get 50% of license premium and also a lower salary. it is supposed to be a stepping stone to license class...we shall see. i have been passed up once already...
just keep checking companies websites, eventually they will post.

[bigdawgfan]

The job posting is currently closed for that position. They are interviewing/testing for the position this Thursday.

[padron]

The posting was back up on Saturday and I applied- I haven't checked since then. Hopefully I will be contacted soon. I don't want to say which plant at this time.

[bigdawgfan]

but they are hiring 100+ for their cold license class

just curious where you heard that from

[lostnuke]

The job posting is currently closed for that position. They are interviewing/testing for the position this Thursday.

How accurate is your information on this?

[josh1107]

ops manager for units 3/4. said they only need 75, but are hiring more just in case of failures, people leaving ect.

[DelayedNeutron]

Oyster Creek (New Jersey Shore area) is hiring SRO's for the next ILT class (approx Jan 2011). (Instant SRO's need 6 months on site before class start date)