SSS-IT - New Grads

[mike78756]

This is for new engineers to help fill spots. Does anyone know what the interview for this position would consist of? Is it a one-on-one interview, or a panel? I would greatly appreciate feedback from anyone with first hand experience in this.

[MacGyver]

This is for new engineers to help fill spots. Does anyone know what the interview for this position would consist of? Is it a one-on-one interview, or a panel? I would greatly appreciate feedback from anyone with first hand experience in this.

Where?  For whom?  etc...   (or just post the job ad for us to review)

[mike78756]

Shift Support Supervisor (SRO - Plant Vogtle 3&4) - New Grads
Requisition Number:  SNC2001233

State-Region:  Georgia-East Georgia
Operating Company:  Southern Nuclear Operating Co

Description

Shift Support Supervisors
In Training - Westinghouse AP1000
Plant Vogtle 3 & 4

Be a part of America's energy future at Southern Nuclear:

Your college degree may qualify you for a challenging and rewarding career with the premier energy company serving the Southeast. Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is leading the nuclear industry with the safe, efficient operation of its three nuclear sites in Georgia and Alabama.  We are building the country's first new generation of nuclear units at our Vogtle 3&4 Site, near Augusta, Georgia. Vogtle 3&4 will be the first new nuclear units built in 30 years in the United States, utilizing Westinghouse AP1000 advanced pressurized water reactors technology.  To learn more about this exciting project click on the following link and watch a brief video which showcases our progress so far:  http://www.southerncompany.com/nuclearenergy/photos.aspx



Southern Company strives to be the employer of choice by offering a stable work environment, a culture that values your contributions, and a competitive pay and benefits package.



Interviews will be held in March and offers will be extended to our top candidates by April 1, 2011. Training begins May 16, 2011 so act now for immediate consideration!





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 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):
Fundamentals (if required)
Human performance principles
Introduction to nuclear plant systems (based on our existing Vogtle Units 1&2)
Introduction to integrated plant operations (based on our existing Vogtle Units 1&2)
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 and pass initial screening and annual medical requirements for acquiring and maintaining industrial fire brigade qualifications

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:
Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field
1 or more years as an active reactor operator at a Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) facility
1.5 or more years as an active reactor operator at a non-comparable commercial power reactor
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

Behavioral Attributes:   
Solid analytical thinking and strong mechanical aptitude a must.
Should possess a high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
Must exhibit the Southern Style behaviors - Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment     
Unquestionable Trust: Honesty, respect, fairness and integrity drive behaviors. Keeps promises and has ethical behavior as a standard
Superior Performance: Dedicated to superior performance and sets high expectations. Priorities are safety first, teamwork and diversity and continuous improvement through leadership
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
Shift Support Supervisor (SRO - Plant Vogtle 3&4) - New Grads

[Longhornfan]

When I had my interview for SSS-IT at Farley it was me and 4 interviewers, but only one asked questions.  Not sure if it will be the same for the new plants.  Good luck to you.

[Pman52]

Did they take this down already?  Because I'm not seeing it posted anywhere on their careers page in any category...

[mike78756]

Yes it was up from Feb. 23rd to March 8th.

[Pman52]

Yes it was up from Feb. 23rd to March 8th.

Ahhhh well that explains it.  Thank you for clearing that up.

[aschom]

I am currently going through In-Processing for Vogtle 3+4. When I interviewed for NPOIT I had a four person committee: Ops Manager, Ops Superintendent, an SRO, and a HR Analyst. The HR Analyst was there just to make sure everything was completed properly. During the introductions I was given a list of five questions that would be discussed for the interview. All three ops personnel asked questions, and follow up questions.