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Operations Temporary Outage Support Worker

Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Operations Temporary Outage Support Worker located at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville, Nebraska. Position closes June 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Temporary Outage Support worker is to support the CNS Operations department work control and outage planning processes.

Risk review and approval of work orders in accordance with state and federal regulations, plant operating license and station procedures.

Education, Training and Experience

Must have a minimum of 20 years experience at Cooper Nuclear Station with at least 15 years experience in CNS Operations as a licensed Operator.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Former licensed Senior Reactor Operator at Cooper Nuclear Station

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Approval of work orders to support the work control process ensures that the risk to Cooper Nuclear Stations' safe operation due to the performance of the work order is known and understood.

Perform the risk review requires detailed knowledge of the stations' systems, drawings and procedures.

Perform risk and work order reviews, therefore, the incumbent is required to have held an NRC Senior Reactor Operator license at Cooper Nuclear Station.

Interface with and provide resolutions to operational issues raised by the various regulatory agencies and INPO.

Review and align workweek schedule to ensure risk from scheduled activities meets station needs.

Incumbent is accountable for miscellaneous other responsibilities as assigned or required.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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