ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Nuclear Shift Supervisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Oglethorpe Power Corporation

Shift Supervisor

Rincon, GA · On-site

$117K - $147K/yr

... nuclear, coal, or gas fired power station and has demonstrated the ability to perform ... supervisory level. Specific rotating shift operations experience desired including control room ...

Oglethorpe Power Corporation

Shift Supervisor

Rincon, GA

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

... nuclear, coal, or gas fired power station and has demonstrated the ability to perform ... supervisory level. Specific rotating shift operations experience desired including control room ...

BWXT

Supervisor II, Machining 2nd Shift

Barberton, OH · On-site

$75K - $107K/yr

We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers ... This higher-tier leadership role carries expanded ownership for cross-shift coordination ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsHealthcare JobsMedical Specialists JobsNuclear Medicine Technologist JobsNuclear Shift Supervisor Jobs

Nuclear Shift Supervisor information

See salary details

$39K

$115.1K

$154.5K

How much do nuclear shift supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear shift supervisor in the United States is $115,106.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $131,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What cities are hiring for Nuclear Shift Supervisor jobs?

Cities with the most Nuclear Shift Supervisor job openings:

What states have the most Nuclear Shift Supervisor jobs?

States with the most job openings for Nuclear Shift Supervisor jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Nuclear Shift Supervisor jobs?

For Nuclear Shift Supervisor jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Nuclear Shift Supervisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,106 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Nuclear Operations Unit Supervisor (SRO License Class)

Palo, IA • On-site

NextEra Energy
See more jobs at NextEra Energyexternal

$55.38 - $83.08/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

NextEra Energy rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Requisition ID:  95879 

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Inc. is seeking Senior Reactor Operators for our Duane Arnold Energy Center. This single unit BWR nuclear facility is located just outside Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our 2027 license class is scheduled for June 2027, with a preferred onsite date by January. Successful candidates will have superior leadership skills, be detail-oriented and have technical aptitude in electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

While employed in this position, the primary responsibility will be familiarization of the Duane Arnold Energy Center (DAEC) in preparation for our targeted restart operation of DAEC. During this time, employees selected for this position will also prepare for License Class and assign, direct, lead, evaluate and manage the performance of subordinate employees.

Job Overview

The Senior Reactor Operator - License Class position requires participation in License Class, a preparatory program for the job of Operations Unit Supervisor. In order to participate in License Class, six months of commercial nuclear experience is required. During this time, employees selected for this position will prepare for License Class and assign, direct, lead, evaluate and manage the performance of subordinate employees.

Successful candidates partake in several training programs including the Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) training program, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) SRO license exam, and the Control Room Supervisor Training program. Individuals in this position must make satisfactory progress in preparation for passing the NRC SRO exam, pass the NRC SRO exam, develop leadership, performance management, and technical skills to perform supervisory job responsibilities, and complete the entire program.

Upon successful completion of the entire program, employees will be assigned as Unit Supervisors of the operating crews. Unit Supervisor duties include directing the license activities of licensed operators, serving as station leaders and setting the tone for conduct of all station activities and performing all operational activities to the highest standards and expectations. Unit supervisors must maintain nuclear, radiological, industrial and environmental safety at the forefront of all decisions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Completes the site Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) License or Shift Technical Advisor (STA) training program for degreed engineers
  • Develops planning, organizing, and directing skills
  • Practices controlling shift operations
  • Develops up-to-date knowledge of plant operating conditions and limitations established by technical specifications and the plant operating license
  • Practices performing as an Operations Unit Supervisor and performs associated supervisory duties while training
  • Progresses in knowledge to pass the NRC SRO exam and program completion
  • Completes and passes any other training course, instruction, event, simulation, and on-the-job performance expectation
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Candidates for an SRO License shall have a least one of the following qualifications:
    • Previously held a Senior Reactor Operator license for an operating nuclear power plant
    • Previously held a Reactor Operator License for an operating nuclear power plant
    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science as defined by R.G. 1.8 Revision 3
    • Experience as licensed operator training instructor with an SRO certification.
    • Two years military experience in a position equivalent to a reactor operator
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's - Engineering
Special Requirements

Nuclear-Specific Requirements:

  • ACAD 10-001 (Guidelines for Initial Training and Qualification of Licensed Operators) apply to this position
  • Nuclear plant experience: Individuals with a BS degree or equivalent in engineering tech or related sciences must have 18 months at a comparable facility with staff experience (Operations, Engineering, Radiological support, planning/maintenance, chemistry, or accredited training at a current or comparable facility) or 27 months for a non-comparable facility  
  • Rotating shift work
  • Successful completion of a Licensed Operator Physical
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted Nuclear Access, including participation in Fitness for Duty Program
    • Condition of employment: Successful completion of the SRO license class and attainment of NRC SRO license 

The base pay range for this position is $55.38 to $83.08 per hour. This range represents the expected base pay for a successful candidate and is based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, and internal equity.

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Operations
Organization:  NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

This position is eligible for Company sponsored benefits. Click here to see our benefits.

In order to apply to this position, please visit jobs.nexteraenergy.com or follow the instructions for the job site on which this appears.

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.

#LI-CC2 

What NextEra Energy employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply