Operations Instructor/Sr. Operations Instructor

Xcel Energy•Monticello, MN

13d•$84,900 - $138,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Xcel Energy is seeking an Operations Instructor or Sr. Operations Instructor to join their team. This role is responsible for the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of operator training programs. Training delivery occurs in various settings, including classrooms and simulators, in accordance with accredited training processes and applicable regulations. The instructor will evaluate trainee performance, implement the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process, and may be involved in initial and continuing training for Operations personnel. Additional duties include training program maintenance, CAP management, and supporting the Operations group's daily activities. The company offers a hybrid work model, with many roles expected onsite three days a week, but location expectations can vary.

Requirements

Expertise/familiarity with power plant operations.
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.
Satisfy all Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission security requirements.
Diploma or GED, plus, Associate's degree or equivalent experience required (for Sr. Instructor). Military or commercial nuclear experience is considered equivalent on a 1:1 basis.
RO or SRO license/SRO Certification (for Sr. Instructor).
5 or more years of work experience related to plant operation, including 3 years of training related experience (for Sr. Instructor).
Any combination of instructional or work experience related to the operation of a commercial or military nuclear facility; military or commercial instructor, public education or college/technical school teacher, or qualified in-plant trainer (for Sr. Instructor).
National Academy of Nuclear Training (NANT) instructor qualification or must be qualified within 1-year of assignment (for Sr. Instructor).
Familiarity with SAT principles and applicable regulatory requirements associated with licensed and non-licensed operators (for Sr. Instructor).
Familiarity with requirements to maintain accreditation of the operator training programs (for Sr. Instructor).
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear power plant required (for Sr. Instructor).

Nice To Haves

Technical expertise in another discipline, such as electrical and mechanical maintenance, health physics or chemistry is beneficial.
Bachelor's degree preferred (for Sr. Instructor).

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. Once qualified, maintain SRO Certification to support instructional needs.
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).