Nuclear Reactor Operations Trainer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Nuclear Reactor Operations Trainer to work on our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Reactor Training team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our MFC with every Friday off.

This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex, which hosts the core of the U.S. nuclear research and development capabilities with a diverse array of facilities designed for remote work on highly irradiated fuels and materials. A new fuel idea can be designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed at MFC to better understand the effects of irradiation. Many groups, such as universities, industry partners, other national laboratories, international research organizations, and other federal agencies are working at MFC.

You will conduct training for certified nuclear reactor operators. Utilize operational and technical knowledge and experience, develop, and implement training to meet DOE Order requirements utilizing the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) principles. You will conduct classroom training, on the job training, simulator activities, and performance standards (written exams, walk-throughs, oral boards, etc.) and facilitate drills.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:(Knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for this position.)

Develop and implement technical facility-specific training and qualification programs.

Develop learning objectives, lesson plans, training support materials, evaluation standards, and written/oral examinations to ensure staff are qualified to perform their duties in accordance with regulations and procedures. Design training to obtain high levels of proficiency and retention.

Review technical procedures, reports, proposals, and other appropriate documents to determine their impact on the training programs and to make recommendations for implementation or revision based on needs or problems observed during operational or training evolution's. Implement approved recommendations.

Establish and maintain examination question banks. Develop, schedule, administer, grade, and evaluate written, oral and tests as well as performance examinations (which may include those related to simulators).

Perform and evaluate classroom, on-the-job, and simulator training. Training topics include, but are not limited to nuclear physics, mechanical systems, electrical systems, I&C, thermodynamics, and reactor primary and secondary systems. Ensure assigned training programs follow the requirements of program documents, company procedures, training implementation matrices, and training program plans.

Participate in support activities as assigned, including serving on assessment teams, investigation teams, benchmarking teams, and collaborating with laboratory training organizations.

May coordinate activities to accomplish goals with other trainers.

Evaluate training programs to ascertain that requirements are met and that the programs are vigorous and are accomplishing the goals established for delivery of training that prepares employees to perform their jobs. Conduct self-assessment activities required by company procedures, using results to improve the training programs. Track deficiencies and provide timely completion of actions that correct/mitigate deficiencies.

Document and implement required corrective measures if needed.

Mentor junior staff as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Required

Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field in Industrial education, engineering, or other technical field and 2 years’ experience. Master’s and 0 years of experience. PhD and 0 years experience A combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.

Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field in Industrial education, engineering, or other technical field and 5 years’ experience. Master’s and 2 years of experience. PhD and 2 years experience A combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Relevant experience must be in a technical field (commercial, nuclear or DOE).

Preferred

• Experience in operation of a research laboratory reactor, Commercial Reactor or US Navy Reactor.
• INPO Instructor Certification or equivalent
• Holds an active DOE "L" or "Q" clearance.
• Able to qualify as Radworker I or II.
• Prior experience developing and facilitating drills.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information

The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($66,504 - $136,356)/Level 3 ($79,344 - $162,732). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.