What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Operator - KSO position at Naval Nuclear Laboratory?
Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!
Job Description
As a National asset, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as exceptional work/life balance and employment stability. NNL is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Prototype Operations team. Apply to this position if you're seeking to work in a mission-driven, technically diverse and dynamic environment with a strong technical team focused on learning and continuous improvement. Some of the duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Monitor and operate electrical and mechanical systems that support one of two prototype power plants in a safe and efficient manner.
- Acquire and maintain qualification on one nuclear power plant's off hull support systems.
- Operate these systems to meet testing, operating, and training schedules for the associated prototype in accordance with approved procedures.
- Perform danger and caution tag-outs of all support systems as needed.
- Maintain all required records and logs, including remarks and recommendations, while reporting any abnormal conditions.
- Respond immediately and independently to any issues associated with the in-hull prototype plant and corresponding support systems.
- Instruct and assist in orientation and training of Navy and civilian personnel that are certifying as a basic instructor.
- Acquire and maintain necessary radiological controls qualifications. Maintain proficiency through re-qualification and established continual training program.
- Ensure the plant safely operates within all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
- The selected candidate for this position will work a rotating shift schedule.
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics
Preferred Skills
- Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) experience
- Previous Prototype or MTS experience
- Prior Navy experience or other military service
- Previous experience as an auxiliary systems operator for a commercial power plant or industrial plant
- Experience with Navy tagouts or OSHA lock out tagouts
- Diesel generator experience
- Rotating shift experience
Compensation and Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
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Pay Range
$37.90 hourly
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The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
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