Systems Operator In Training; -It Plant Vogtle
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Energy/Power Generation
Power Plant / Engineering, Electricity Generation
SYSTEMS OPERATOR IN TRAINING (SO-IT) – Plant Vogtle
Southern Nuclear, a subsidiary of Southern Company, manages and operates eight nuclear power electric generating plants in Alabama and Georgia. Southern Nuclear is leading the nuclear renaissance, having built the first new U.S. nuclear reactors in more than 25 years. This is an exciting time to join the Southern Company team and share your talents with a growing and progressive organization!
JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are currently seeking qualified individuals interested in becoming a Systems Operator in Training at Plant Vogtle. Be part of a talented and progressive team that works well together. You must be committed to the success of your peers as well as your own. In this position, the candidate will initially enter an approximate 12-month training program to become a Systems Operator.
Once successfully trained, the Systems Operator is responsible for operating various parts of the nuclear plant to ensure safe, efficient operation of facility.
Systems Operators in Training will attend the in-house training with no collateral duties.
Operators are responsible for the monitoring of equipment, performance of valve and system operation evolutions, and performance of unit evolution and cleanliness of equipment in assigned areas of the plant. They are expected to maintain satisfactory performance in system operator requalification program and progress towards qualification as plant operator. The candidate must consistently meet and demonstrate the expectations of Southern Company Values and Principles of Nuclear operation.
This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit and has a starting wage of $43.87 per hour.
REQUIREMENTS Education Requirements – (will meet at least 1 of the following 4 requirements)Associate’s degree in Nuclear Engineering Technology (NUCP), Engineering Technology or equivalent OR
BS Engineering or Engineering Technology degree or other related BS Degree (must graduate by Q4 2026)
- ORPrevious experience as a non-licensed operator at a commercial nuclear power plant OR 24 months Navy Nuclear experience as MM, EM, ET, Reactor Operator, EOW/PPWO, EWS/PPWS can be substituted for degree
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge/experience in the operation of power plant equipment.
Previous navy nuclear experience a plus.
Skills in problem solving, decision making, oral/written communication, multiple-tasking are required.
Candidate must have ability to work independently as well as interdependently and be safety minded.
Candidates should be committed to personal development, self-motivated and a team player.
Successful completion of SOIT training
Participates in classroom training to learn responsibilities of Systems Operator
Participates in On-the-Job Training activities in the plant
Acquires knowledge of plant systems and equipment
Operates and maintains plant systems and equipment
Records systems/equipment operating data
Monitors/evaluates systems/equipment operation
Performs Surveillance Testing
Pursues Reactor Operator license
Performs heavy manual duties inside/outside environment
Serves as a member of the plant Fire Brigade
Perform Emergency Response duties
Respirator qualifiable
Physical requirements:
Stand, walk, climb, heavy lifting, bend, stoopProblem solving skills
Analytical skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to follow critical procedures
Fire Brigade qualifiable
Ability to work in temperature extremes
Ability to work at varying heights
Ability to work in Radiological Controlled Areas
Available to work callout and overtime
Ability to work shift schedules which can include nights, weekends, and holidays
Driver's License
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