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Security Trainee

Organization:
Exelon Corporation
Region:
United States, Illinois, Cordova
End of contest:
November 24, 2019
  This job posting has expired
Type:
Full time
Category:
Security
Description
Job ID 221082

Join Exelon Nuclear, and you will be part of a team responsible for operating a nuclear fleet that is the largest in the nation and the third largest in the world. With 14 operating plants and 23 reactors in Illinois, Maryland, Nebraska, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Exelon Nuclear provides enough clean energy to power 17 million average American homes annually. It is recognized as one of the best-run and most efficient nuclear fleets in the world.

Illinois locations: Braceville, Byron, Clinton, Marseilles, Cordova, Morris, and Warrenville
Pennsylvania locations: Delta, Kennett Square, Middletown, and Pottstown
New Jersey location: Forked River
New York locations: Ontario and Scriba
Maryland location: Lusby

Exelon is looking to hire a class of 10-15 Nuclear Armed Security Officer Trainees at our Quad Cities Station, Cordova, IL (25 miles north of the Quad Cities).

The positions will start January 2020

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Protect the health and welfare of the public by defending the station against any act of radiological sabotage, attack, or theft of special nuclear material. As specified by procedure and the site security plan, maintain a secure perimeter for site access and egress and employee, contractor and visitor entry.  Perform search, patrol, and inspections in accordance with the Station Security Plan, procedures, and post orders.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

-Maintain qualifications for position
-Conduct patrols and inspections
-Monitor access to security areas
-Perform search activities
-Respond to threats and contingency events
-Perform equipment testing

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS :

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Provide physical protection of Exelon nuclear generating facilities against intrusion and acts of sabotage. Conduct armed stationary, foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior). Control access and/or egress of personnel, materials and vehicles. Monitor CCTV, plant surveillance equipment and alarm systems. Deter criminal activity, misconduct, and safety violations. Perform other duties as specified in Nuclear training and qualification plan and post orders. 

Qualifications

Job Requirements:
Candidates must meet the following basic qualifications for this position:

-Pass Any State-required training or other qualifications for licensing
-Be at least 21 years of age
-Have a High School diploma or GED
-Have a valid Drivers License
-Must be able to pass a drug test with negative results (except when undergoing documented medical treatment) 
-Be able to pass extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and educational verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle and Credit Check
-Pass a State licensing test as you will be driving a company-owned vehicle
-Be able to operate a radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors and surveillance equipment
-Be able to successfully complete all training required for the position
-Demonstrate an ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public 
-Pass the following, post-offer in accordance with code of federal regulations for armed nuclear security assignment: psychological assessment, physical exam, including vision and hearing, in accordance with nuclear regulatory requirements and site training and qualification plan.
-Physical fitness (agilities) test in accordance with site training and qualification plan
Firearms qualification with handgun, shotgun and rifle per client site training and qualification plan.
-Nuclear site specific training and testing providing general knowledge of nuclear power generation science and principles, this training and testing will include radiation worker principles including respirator training, fit and dress out. 

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Contact

Exelon Corporation

10 S Dearborn St - 37th Fl

Chicago

Illinois United States

www.exeloncorp.com