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nautika96:
Hi guys,

I've been a lurker in the NukeWorker.com community since 2005. Only recently have I registered with the site. I've decided that after 10yrs it's time for me to make a jump into the civilian sector.

Some background info:
I'm a surface nuke EMC. EAOS is July 2011.
Thomas Edison B.S. (2011)
Qualified PPWS (2006), Load Dispatcher (2004)
I currently work at the A4W FIDE (since 2008) - simulator for nuke operators on board carriers
FIDE description:http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:w_A36X4pWBMJ:https://www.netc.navy.mil/centers/slc/stfsnd/Training.aspx%3FID%3D1+a4w+fide&cd=4&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us&source=www.google.com
I have my resume and applications posted with edisonjobs, caljobs.ca.gov, and governmentjobs.com, and LA DWP.

Ideally I'd like to work in southern California since the fiancé has a solid job as a pharmacist and I have a home in San Diego.

I understand I am limiting myself by staying in the area, but I would love to work for SCE as either an Operations Instructor, transmission dispatcher, instant-SRO or maybe NLO. But from browsing www.edisonjobs.com for the last 6 months the only lead I have is my recent application to a Transmission Dispatcher for SCE located in Alhambra. I have not seen anything resembling NLO, RO or SRO. Do these jobs get posted somewhere else? I've heard that hiring happens in cycles. Does someone know when SONGS classes up? I would like to plan for a lapse in work if I have to wait before starting. I've also heard of delays with HR and the way they process applications.

Do jobs like Operations Instructor usually get filled internally? If I can get my foot in SCE as an NLO or instant-SRO, what are the chances of crossing over to Training as an Ops Instructor after so many years? Is it a common? I just really enjoy the aspect of training operators and watching them improve.

I have some backup plans with Load Dispatcher/Power distributor. Los Angeles DWP has a constant opening. And from talking to DSO, Pasadena and Burbank also have LD's. whether or not they have openings is another question. I'm just trying to work a parallel path until I get called for interviews and receive an offer.

Can anyone provide insight on Load Dispatcher/Power Distributor jobs? Specifically if openings in the S. California area are going to be available soon?

I'm also scheduled to take the LA DWP exam May 21st. I've started studying NERC standards and Power system Operations by Robert H. Miller. Does anyone else have insight on what to focus on for the LA DWP LD exam? I wish there was a LoadDispatcher.com/forum.

I know as a navy nuke I know nothing regarding civilian plants. And once again I'm a nub. The best I can do is hit the ground running when I get the chance. Hopefully this helps Broadzilla from having to post.... much. I was unable to find answers using the search function. Thanks again for any information you guys can provide.

Jerome

drayer54:
wait for it.......  [dunce]

Cycoticpenguin:



on the first page alone.

http://www.nukeworker.com/forum/index.php/topic,27398.0.html

http://www.nukeworker.com/forum/index.php/topic,26274.0.html

http://www.nukeworker.com/forum/index.php/topic,23931.0.html

drayer54:
There it is, I expected Broadzilla.... but this will do.
 :)

Cycoticpenguin:

--- Quote from: drayer54 on Apr 26, 2011, 11:04 ---There it is, I expected Broadzilla.... but this will do.
 :)


--- End quote ---

I have a good feeling I will get decent use out of this image.

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