Dominion Energy - Waterford, CT
posted 14 days ago
About the position
Dominion Energy's Millstone Nuclear Power Station has Military Fellowship positions available which align to our Nuclear Plant Equipment Operators. The Military Fellowship program is intended to support Millstone's long-term staffing needs by providing participants a valuable experience that can lead to fulltime employment upon separation from the military. This work experience may be up to 180 days, as agreed upon by the selected servicemember and approved by their military command. The Nuclear Plant Equipment Operator (PEO) is an entry level position into the Control Room, and individuals in this title are expected to enter the Control Operator licensing program when selected. Responsible for performing work associated with the operation of various plant equipment. Locally, starts up, operates, inspects, and shuts down primary radwaste and secondary plant systems and associated/related components. Performs or assists with scheduled, operational tests on protective devices and safety systems, filter pre-coating operations, cleans water strainers, oil strainers and condensers and changes cartridge filters. Reads meters, gauges, thermometers, and instruments on auxiliary equipment, makes adjustments to obtain efficient operations, and records readings as required. Inspects outdoor transformer equipment, including deluge system, service switchgear and operating M-G sets and rectifiers, reporting abnormal conditions. Participates in self-assessments and prompt adequate resolution of identified department issues. Trains for and, as needed, performs duties as a site fire brigade responder. Responsible for receiving, informing, and giving information in a timely manner related to issues such as safe work practices, work schedules or delays, wasted resources, errors not readily apparent or easy to detect, and non-compliance to procedures, and work processes or procedures that could improve performance or reduce costs.
Responsibilities
- Start up, operate, inspect, and shut down primary radwaste and secondary plant systems and associated components.
- Perform or assist with scheduled operational tests on protective devices and safety systems.
- Clean water strainers, oil strainers, and condensers and change cartridge filters.
- Read meters, gauges, thermometers, and instruments on auxiliary equipment.
- Make adjustments to obtain efficient operations and record readings as required.
- Inspect outdoor transformer equipment and report abnormal conditions.
- Participate in self-assessments and resolve identified department issues.
- Train for and perform duties as a site fire brigade responder.
- Inform and give information related to safe work practices and work schedules.
Requirements
- Eligible military servicemembers must have a minimum rank of E-5.
- Preferred Candidates will have a rank of E-6 or higher.
- Possess a minimum of 1 year of power plant experience, preferably with a nuclear power plant.
- Preferred candidates will have successfully completed the Naval Nuclear Propulsion training program and possess 4+ years of hands-on experience in the fleet in one of the following disciplines: EM, MM, ET or ELT.
- Must be qualified and able to perform the responsibilities and tasks of the position to accurately read, interpret, and comply with company/department procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of operation of pumps, valves, motors, and other power plant equipment.
- Basic knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and their operation, and health physics procedures.
- Ability to diagnose problems in power plant equipment and write Maintenance Requests for repairs.
- Able to work a rotating shift schedule.
- Conversion to a fulltime Plant Equipment Operator role requires Candidates to pass the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) test.
- Conversion to a fulltime Plant Equipment Operator role requires participation in the station's Fire Brigade.
Benefits
- Health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners.
- Vacation.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement.
