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Xcel Energy

Operations Instructor - Nuclear

Welch, MN · On-site

$84K - $120K/yr

Position Summary The Operations Instructor is responsible for the analysis, design, development ... Candidates must satisfy all Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission security requirements ...

Xcel Energy

Operations Instructor - Nuclear

Welch, MN

$84K - $120K/yr

Position Summary The Operations Instructor is responsible for the analysis, design, development ... Candidates must satisfy all Company and Nuclear Regulatory Commission security requirements ...

NextEra Energy

Nuclear Training Ops Instructor II

Palo, IA

$96K - $115K/yr

Position Specific Description We're seeking a Nuclear Training Operations Instructor II to lead operations department training in support of the historic restart of Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo ...

NextEra Energy

Nuclear Training Ops Instructor II

IA · On-site

$96K - $115K/yr

Position Specific Description We're seeking a Nuclear Training Operations Instructor II to lead operations department training in support of the historic restart of Duane Arnold Energy Center in Palo ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for nuclear operations instructor in the United States is $47.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $57.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Nuclear Operations Instructor job?

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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Nuclear Training Operations Instructor Senior

Nuclear Training Operations Instructor Senior

NextEra Energy

Jensen Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

NextEra Energy rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 50 rated energy and utility

Job description

Requisition ID: 94204
Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation's most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.
Position Specific Description
The Nuclear Training Operations Instructor Senior serves as a subject matter expert responsible for delivering high-quality nuclear power plant training programs to operations personnel and other plant staff. This position combines advanced technical expertise with instructional leadership to ensure training excellence that directly supports safe, reliable plant operations. The instructor may be tasked with supporting continuing and/or initial operator training, as well as licensed and/or non-licensed operator training, based on the current business needs of the site. Currently, some training classes are conducted on backshift, which could result in the need for the instructor to provide classes or simulator sessions during this period. Within this role, the individual will also support the station with Emergency Preparedness and Outage roles, as needed.
Job Overview
This job is responsible for preparing employees to pass the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) initial and requalification operator and senior operator licensing examinations. Employees in this role deliver integrated systems training to participants that covers plant operations and prepares them to stand field and/or control room watch duty.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Designs, develops, implements and presents integrated systems training and initial operator and requalification training programs in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements
  • Operates the simulator and classroom display instruction system during training in accordance with approved procedures
  • Develops and administers written and oral examinations to include simulator and plant observation
  • Evaluates and documents operator candidate knowledge of controls and systems
  • Revises instructional materials to reflect changes in plant design, current plant practices, regulations, and/or operating philosophies
  • Provides direction to less experienced instructors and function as program lead
  • Maintains a senior reactor operator certification or license for the site where instruction duties are being performed
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
  • High School Grad / GED
  • Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
  • Experience: 7+ years
  • Nuclear Experience: 7+ years

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's - Sciences
  • Bachelor's - Engineering
  • Certified Nuc Trng Instructor Classroom
  • SRO License - Active, Inactive, or Prior

Special Requirements
Nuclear Specific Requirements:
  • Bachelor's in a technical field (e.g., Math, Physical Sciences specialty, Engineering) or equivalent education and/or experience
  • Related industry OR nuclear operations training experience: 8+ years
  • Upon hire, SRO certification must be obtained for the site where training duties are performed

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Training
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.
NextEra Energy 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 contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

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