Operations Instructor/ Senior Operations Instructor - Nuclear

Xcel Energy • Monticello, MN

68d • $82,000 - $117,600

About The Position

The Operations Instructor is responsible for the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of operator training. Delivery of training occurs in a variety of settings with other instructors and other groups in accordance with the accredited training processes and all-applicable codes and regulations. The Instructor evaluates trainee performance on-the-job and in the simulator when applicable. Implements SAT process for the Operations training programs. May include initial and continuing training for all Operations personnel. Additional responsibilities include training program maintenance, CAP management, and support of the Operations group's day-to-day activities.

Requirements

• RO or SRO license or SRO Certification is preferred.
• Expertise/familiarity with power plant operations.
• Technical expertise in another discipline, such as electrical and mechanical maintenance, health physics or chemistry is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to interface well with people, communicate effectively, and express ideas clearly, concisely, and accurately both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively present training material to various class sizes with varied entry-level knowledge.
• Organizational and administrative skills to produce, maintain and deliver accredited performance-based training.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in teams with minimal supervision.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must satisfy all Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design training for all operations training programs including non-licensed operator, licensed operator, Shift Manager and Shift Technical Advisor training.
• Develop and conduct training in the classroom and/or simulator for all operator training programs including non-licensed operator, licensed operator, Shift Manager and Shift Technical Advisor training.
• Develop and administer examinations for all operator training programs.
• Pursue qualifications to support the various operator training programs such as general instructor, simulator booth operator, SRO Certification, and simulator floor instructor.
• Assist with self-assessments and other evaluations of the various operator training programs.
• Assist with in-processing for the large number of contract employees for plant outages.
• Support plant refueling outages by transitioning to the plant staff during lengthy outages.
• Function as a member of the site Emergency Response Organization (ERO).

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Limited-Purpose FSA
• Transportation Reimbursement Account
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees