Nuclear Reactor Operations Trainer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Reactor Operations Trainer to work on our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Reactor Training team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our MFC with every Friday off.

This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex, which hosts the core of the U.S. nuclear research and development capabilities with a diverse array of facilities designed for remote work on highly irradiated fuels and materials. A new fuel idea can be designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed at MFC to better understand the effects of irradiation. Many groups, such as universities, industry partners, other national laboratories, international research organizations, and other federal agencies are working at MFC.

You will conduct training for certified nuclear reactor operators. Utilize operational and technical knowledge and experience, develop, and implement training to meet DOE Order requirements utilizing the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) principles. You will conduct classroom training, on the job training, simulator activities, and performance standards (written exams, walk-throughs, oral boards, etc.) and facilitate drills.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Utilize highly specialized operational and technical knowledge and experience to implement DOE Order and company compliant Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)-based facility-specific training and qualification programs for the Category B Reactor Facilities at the Materials & Fuels Complex (MFC). Areas covered include nuclear theory, reactivity controls, facility operating characteristics and principles, operating limits (safety limits, limiting control settings, and limiting conditions for operation) and their bases, and integrated plant knowledge. Implement nuclear facility training programs by classroom instruction and on-the-job training using lesson plans, OJT checklists, training checklists, and other training materials, procedures, and processes.

• Instruct Operations and Operations Support personnel in the theory and operation of existing and future nuclear facilities. Some of the existing facilities include the Transient Reactor Test Facility (TREAT), Neutron Radiography Reactor (NRAD), and the Demonstration of Microreactor Experiments (DOME). Some of the future Advanced Reactor Demonstration projects include Project Pele, Microreactor Applications Research Validation and Evaluation (MARVEL), Space Reactor 1 (SR-1), Versatile Autonomous Lightweight Kilowatt-class Reactor Experiment (VALKRE), Kaleidos Demonstration Unit (KDU) and the UNITY Pilot Reactor.

• Develop performance-based initial and continuing training programs, using the systematic approach to training for nuclear facilities operator training programs, as well as other assigned operations support programs.

• Develop and facilitate operational drills.

• Present Simulator training and conduct simulator evaluations for Nuclear Reactor Operator personnel in the Glass Top Simulator, Basic Reactor Operator Simulator and reactor specific simulator/emulator/digital twin.

• Maintain an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the systems, operating practices, procedures, and policies associated with nuclear facilities. May be required to maintain Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) level of knowledge.

• Ensure assigned training programs comply with the requirements of program documents, company procedures, training implementation matrices, and training program plans.

• Establish and maintain examination question banks for nuclear facility operations and operations support personnel. Develop, schedule, administer, grade, and evaluate written and oral examinations.

• May be responsible for instruction of Technical Safety Requirements, reactor operating principles and characteristics, and control manipulations as well as systems operating principles and standards.

• Analyze, design, develop, and evaluate specific training programs.

• Training programs are equivalent to both licensed and non-licensed training programs in the commercial nuclear power industry.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Level 3: Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience and applicable years' experience for level or equivalent combination of operations and training experience. Master's and 2 years of experience. PhD and 2 years of experience.

• Level 4: Bachelor's degree and 9 years' experience and applicable years' experience for level or equivalent combination of operations and training experience. Master's and 6 years of experience. PhD and 4 years of experience.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

• Experience in operation or training at a research laboratory reactor, Commercial Reactor or US Navy Reactor.

• Experience consistent with the material being presented.

Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following:

• Current or prior Reactor Operator (RO) or Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification/license at a research laboratory reactor, Commercial Reactor or US Navy Reactor. (Navy Engineering Watch Supervisor (EWS) and Engineering Officer Of the Watch (EOOW) also considered)

• Prior experience developing and facilitating drills.

• Able to certify Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, and bend. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type. The job requires operation of job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3($95,256 - $195,288)/Level 4 ($114,360 - $234, 336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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