Reactor Operator - License Class; Duane Arnold

Date: May 15, 2026

Location(s): Palo, IA, US, 52324

Company: Next Era Energy

Requisition : 93954

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Next Era Energy Resources, LLC, a subsidiary of Next Era Energy Inc. is seeking a Reactor Operator for our Duane Arnold Energy Center. This single unit BWR nuclear facility is located just outside Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Licensing Classes are scheduled for August 2026 and early 2027 (onsite date ASAP). Successful candidates will have superior execution skills, be detail‑oriented and have technical aptitude in electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

While employed in this position, the primary responsibility will be familiarization of the Duane Arnold Energy Center (DAEC) in preparation for the potential restart of DAEC. During this time, employees selected for this position will also prepare for License Class and perform duties as assigned.

• Completes the site Reactor Operator (RO) License
• Develops planning, organizing, and directing skills
• Practices controlling shift operations
• Develops up‑to‑date knowledge of plant operating conditions and limitations established by technical specifications and the plant operating license
• Practices performing as a reactor operator
• Progresses in knowledge to pass the NRC RO exam and program completion
• Completes and passes any other training course, instruction, event, simulation, and on‑the‑job performance
• Supports qualification of all licensed and non‑licensed operators
• Successfully completed a physical exam that meets ANSI standard; ANS. 3.4, ANSI N546-1976 (licensed operator physical)
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or the equivalent
• Pass the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) test
• Candidates for an RO license shall have one of the following qualifications:
  • Six months as a qualified non‑licensed operator at the Nuclear facility identified
  • Twelve months as a qualified non‑licensed operator at a comparable facility or eighteen months at a non‑comparable facility
  • Six months as a licensed operator at a comparable facility or twelve months at a non‑comparable facility
  • Eighteen months experience in a position equivalent to a reactor operator at a military reactor
  • Twenty‑seven months experience at a non‑nuclear facility

• Bachelor's Degree

• Nuclear Specific Requirements:
• ACAD 10‑001 (Guidelines for Initial Training and Qualification of Licensed Operators) apply to this position
• Successful completion of a Licensed Operator Physical
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted Nuclear Access, including participation in Fitness for Duty Program
• Condition of employment:
  • Successful completion of the RO license class and attainment of NRC RO license

Next Era Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Non Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Operations

Organization: Next Era Energy Duane Arnold, LLC

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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Nearest Major Market: Cedar Rapids

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