Operator - OPS Apprentice Class Job Wadsworth Texas USA,Energy/Power Generation

Job Titles & Postings:

Operator 1 (Job Posting)

Target

Start Date:

June 2027

Posting Period:

October 12, 2026 through January 8, 2027

Requirements:

High School/GED or equivalent (Required)
Associates degree in a science, mathematics, or technology program, Mechanical or Operations Technology (Preferred)
Navy nuclear power plant experience may be considered (Preferred)

Industrial or commercial plant equipment operations. (Preferred)

Summary:

The Operator 1 position is responsible for assisting in the operation of plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner, as directed by Control Room personnel. Essential responsibilities are plant equipment operation.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include operation of assigned equipment during all phases of plant operation, inspecting operating equipment, and initiating service requests for equipment/component repairs as needed
Attends and successfully completes all phases of the Operator Apprenticeship program
Acts as a member of the Fire Brigade
Acts in an assigned position for the Emergency Response Organization per the Station Emergency Plan as required
Participates in refueling activities, accepts outage position as needed
Monitors system parameters as required to always be aware of equipment conditions during the work shift
Performs required operational checks. Observes and evaluates instruments and alarms for operating problems; informs shift supervision
Maintains required logs, charts, and records on the assigned work shift
Supports Maintenance by Equipment Clearance Orders
Perform minor maintenance, including adjusting manual valve packing, replacing fuses, pressurizing tanks, installing test equipment, adding oil to equipment, and draining water from components
Attends training and retraining. Performs on-the-job training for other apprentice-level operators
Maintains proficiency in radiation protective techniques and procedures
Performs housekeeping duties, including maintaining and keeping equipment and areas clean
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access
Ability to meet requirements for wearing a respirator
Ability to use basic mathematics to complete log computations

Work Hours:

During much of the training, individuals will work a 4 day/10-hour work schedule (Monday-Thursday); however, alternate work schedules including shift work will be required to support outages and other plant needs.

Work Location:

Due to the nature of the work, this position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site.

Environmental and

Physical Requirements:

Environmental and physical requirements require the ability to don appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the defined role; subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and/or lifting to 30+ lbs.; ascending/descending stairs; ascending, descending, traversing ladders, scaffolds, stairs; working in confined spaces; moving safely over uneven or slippery terrain; working in proximity to loud equipment and possible inclement weather/temperature conditions.

Working Conditions:

Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed
Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week
Shiftwork in nuclear power plant, including Holiday coverage
Travel may be required
May be required to carry a phone
Working environment consist of both outside and inside work, in both extreme hot and cold temperatures
Work may be in confined spaces, radiological areas, and at heights