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Day Shift Nuclear Plant Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

As a night shift plant operator, you will work with a team to maintain the plant in good operating condition to produce natural aggregates in a mining environment. Day to Day * Actively promote ...

As a night shift plant operator, you will work with a team to maintain the plant in good operating condition to produce natural aggregates in a mining environment. Day to Day * Actively promote ...

Hours you will be work as a Plant Operator Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (4 days on, 4 days off) Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (4 days on, 4 days off) Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing ...

Operate and monitor plant equipment to support safe, efficient production. * Perform routine ... Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays.

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How much do day shift nuclear plant operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for day shift nuclear plant operator in the United States is $33.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most commonly searched types of Shift Nuclear Plant Operator jobs?

The most popular types of Shift Nuclear Plant Operator jobs are:

Non-Licensed Reactor Operator (BWR Nuclear Plant)

The Planet Group

Palo, IA • On-site

$50 - $63/hr

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Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Non-Licensed Reactor Operator (NRO) Consultants

Nationwide Opportunity

$50–$63+/hr + 1.5x OT
$890/week per diem
Home trip every 12 weeks
Mobility/Demobilization paid
12+ month contract
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Up to 8 hours OT/week
Multiple openings

NO SPONSORSHIP | NO C2C | NO AGENCIES

The Planet Group is currently seeking experienced NROs, Auxiliary Operators, Equipment Operators, Systems Operators, and Nuclear Plant Operators for a hands-on field operations assignment at a commercial nuclear generating station.

Must-Have Experience:
  • 5+ years of commercial nuclear operations experience
  • BWR experience preferred; PWR considered
  • Extensive valve manipulation
  • Equipment clearances / tagging
  • Isolation boundary development
  • System lineups and equipment status control
  • Plant rounds and field operations
  • P&ID / system print interpretation
  • Work orders and operational impact reviews
  • Strong nuclear plant systems knowledge

This is a hands-on field position—ideal for operators who are comfortable spending the majority of their shift in the plant operating equipment and supporting daily plant operations.