Nuclear Control Operator; NCO

Nuclear Control Operator (NCO)

Holtec Palisades is currently seeking Nuclear Control Operators (NCO) to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI.

We are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation.

Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!

Obtain and retain a valid NRC Operator’s License and under general supervision, operate and direct the operation of the plant in a manner to maintain the health and safety of the public and employees and to protect the plant property by performing duties.

• Operate and direct the operation of plant equipment such as the nuclear reactor and associated equipment, turbine generator and associated equipment, substations/switchyard and station power equipment, relays, etc.
• Diagnose plant status and initiate corrective action based on available information.
• Check and set control room instruments.
• Use plant procedures and technical specifications to implement appropriate actions under normal, abnormal, and emergency plant conditions.
• Perform reactor core component and fuel handling operations.
• Prepare switching and tagging instructions.
• Perform other similar or related work.

High School Diploma, GED, High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).

• At least 6 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non‑licensed operator at Palisades.
• At least 12 months of experience performing plant operational duties as a qualified non‑licensed operator at a comparable (PWR) facility or 18 months of experience at a non‑comparable (BWR) commercial power reactor facility.
• At least 6 months of experience performing operational duties as an active licensed reactor operator at a comparable facility or 12 months of experience at a non‑comparable commercial power reactor facility.
• At least 18 months (from time of completion of training) of experience in a position equivalent to the reactor operator position at a military reactor (qualified to manipulate or direct the manipulation of control rods) i.e., Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the watch/propulsion plant watch officer, Engineering watch supervisor/propulsion plant watch supervisor.
• At least 27 months of experience at a non‑nuclear facility.

• Must be able to pass an NRC licensed operator physical including respirator use.
• Must be able to advance through training as required by their job duties.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Must be capable of assuming limited supervisory responsibilities.

Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) test required.

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Holtec Palisades offers a competitive salary, a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time‑off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do.

Holtec Palisades is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.