AOV Analyst

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Roles

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC is seeking a skilled AOV technician to perform diagnostic testing, maintenance and repair of various AOV types in a nuclear environment. You will report to the On-Site Manager and provide field support while ensuring safety and compliance with procedures.

You should have hands-on AOV experience, read blueprints and schematics, and be able to use diagnostic instruments. Availability for overtime, shifts, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of hands-on experience in diagnostic testing and AOV/actuator valve maintenance in the nuclear industry.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, electrical instruments and diagnostic tools, conforming to OSHA/client safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Report to the On-Site Manager.
• Apply technical expertise in AOV analysis and maintenance.
• Perform AOV diagnostic testing during maintenance, testing, repair and troubleshooting.
• Provide field support for AOV maintenance activities.
• Analyze diagnostic tests and recommend appropriate repairs.
• Ensure safety clearance requirements are met per procedures.
• Document all repair, testing and assembly activities thoroughly.
• Use safety tools and processes (e.g., ALARA) during tasks.

Skills

AOV testing

AOV/Actuator valve maintenance

General Valve maintenance

Nuclear industry experience

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training or EPRI qualifications

Job description

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Contract, short-term, 4 to 6 weeks, ranging 40-72 hours per week

We may offer contractors more than one short-term assignment.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Report to the On-Site Manager.
• Apply technical expertise in AOV analysis and maintenance.
• Perform analysis of AOV testing during functional post-maintenance, diagnostic testing, corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of different AOV types and sizes.
• Provide field support for all AOV maintenance activities.
• Analyze diagnostic tests and recommend appropriate repairs.
• Ensure mechanical safety clearance requirements are met following procedures.
• Complete work tasks as outlined in work orders and document all steps performed.
• Review documentation to confirm work order entries are correct and complete.
• Conduct diagnostic testing by customer specifications.
• Prioritize personal and co-worker safety, and protection of plant equipment.
• Recognize and recommend needed repairs to maintain first-time quality.
• Perform all tasks within customer/contractor procedural parameters.
• Complete required site and contractor training.
• Document all repair, testing, and assembly activities thoroughly.
• Use human performance tools (e.g., 2-minute rule, ALARA).
• Help with other job tasks within your capabilities as directed by management.
• Willingness to work overtime, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational, technical training or EPRI qualifications.
• Three (3) years of hands-on experience in diagnostic testing and AOV/actuator valve and General Valve maintenance in the nuclear industry.
• Mechanical and electrical experience; ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• U.S. Navy nuclear background or equivalent training in reactor maintenance or operations.
• Satisfactory performance rating from previous work (based on client and contractor feedback).
• Proficiency in using basic hand tools, electrical instruments, diagnostic tools, and conducting maintenance following OSHA or client requirements for electrical and mechanical safety.
• Complete and pass all pre-employment and employment screening requirements, which may include practical and written skills assessments, computer-based training, medical, psychological, background, and substance abuse screenings.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $80.00/hour to $90.00/hour.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

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