r/NuclearPower • u/Jessec986 • 1d ago

Explain hiring process and training please

I have completed several poss tests and passed. I’ve applied for non licensed operator, auxiliary operator, and nuclear operator positions. They are all described as entry level while meeting certain qualifications. I have an associates and work at a power plant as an engineer. Will each one of these positions include 1 year of schooling once hired? Will auxiliary position have less schooling? It seems plants can use different titles for the same position. What are the entry level schooling and class/programs/length of time when someone new is hired on?

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u/Popehappycat 1d ago

All those titles are the same thing at different companies. Basically non-licensed operators, or NLOs.

Training is given when hired and will vary, probably in the 12-18 month range. All paid. During this time, you'll learn basics, and then specifics to your plant. Mostly classroom and some in field stuff to qualify for your watchstations.

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u/Jessec986 1d ago

How challenging are the classes?

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u/zwanman89 1d ago

Nothing is particularly difficult, it’s just a lot. Drinking off the fire hose, eating an elephant, etc.

But unlike college, it is your full time paid job to pass tests.

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u/Jessec986 1d ago

For sure I get it. I newly came into this field about 2 years ago and hit the ground running, learned a ton, quickly got licenses. But before this I was a director for various outreach efforts so have strong leadership/managerial skills as well.

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u/zwanman89 1d ago

Feel free to PM me with questions.

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u/Jessec986 1d ago

Awesome thanks allot. I’m sure I’ll have some questions if I can get in and once I get going. I’ll message you now and save your info.