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How much do nuclear operations instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for nuclear operations instructor in Louisiana is $37.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.44 and $45.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nuclear operations instructor?

A Nuclear Operations Instructor is responsible for training personnel in the safe and efficient operation of nuclear power systems. They develop lesson plans, conduct classroom and hands-on training, and ensure that trainees understand nuclear safety protocols and regulations. Instructors often have prior experience in nuclear operations and must stay current with industry standards. Their role is critical in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring the safe operation of nuclear facilities.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a nuclear operations instructor?

As a Nuclear Operations Instructor, your daily responsibilities often include developing and delivering training sessions on reactor operations, plant procedures, and safety practices to operators and technical staff. You will assess trainees' progress through written exams, simulator evaluations, and hands-on drills, and provide feedback for improvement. Collaboration with operations managers, engineers, and regulatory personnel is common to ensure training materials are current and compliant with industry standards. Additionally, you may help revise or create training programs based on new technologies or regulation updates, making the role both dynamic and critical to plant safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the nuclear operations instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nuclear Operations Instructor, you need deep technical knowledge of nuclear plant systems, operations, safety protocols, and relevant teaching or operational experience, often supported by a technical degree or military background. Familiarity with industry-standard training simulators, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) certifications, and learning management systems is typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and instructional skills are critical for guiding trainees and fostering an effective learning environment. These abilities ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality training in compliance with stringent regulatory requirements in the nuclear industry.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Operations Instructor job openings in Louisiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $77,083 per year, or $37.1 per hour.

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Job description

Job Title: Operations Instructor

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite 

Legal Entity: Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI 

***This position may be filled as an Instructor, Ops Sr Nuclear or Instructor, Ops Sr Staff Nuclear based on the experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate. **

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Conducts training programs for licensed operators and shift technical advisors in reactor operations covering replacement, requalification, upgrade, etc., consistent with NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) requirements. Develops and maintains operations training programs.
 

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Administers training programs to ensure the availability of qualified and licensed personnel.
  • Interfaces with line personnel to analyze performance needs and recommend appropriate training solutions.
  • Analyzes, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates training materials and programs using the systematic approach to training.
  • Administers and coordinates training programs for sites and corporate groups as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required for the position

  • Desired: B.S. Degree in education, engineering, or related technical degree or equivalent.

Minimum experience required for the position

  • Instructor, Operations Sr: Must meet one of the following: 12 years commercial nuclear plant experience; An SRO license or certification; B.S. Degree in a related field and at least three years of nuclear training experience or at least three years of experience teaching or developing curriculum in an education or academic environment.
  • Instructor, Operations Sr Staff: 5 years of nuclear plant experience (commercial or military) or a B.S. degree in education, engineering, or related technical degree or equivalent experience. At least five years of experience in the associated line organization.
    • Desired: 3 years previously licensed as PWR-SRO
       

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position

  • Technical proficiency in the assigned area. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

  • Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) or certification on BWR, PWR or both

Primary Location: Louisiana-Killona Louisiana : Killona 
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Professional 
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT 
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124399
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEI page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information.  41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency.

Pay Transparency Notice:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol.gov)

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.  Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.


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