Emergency Services Operator I

Tennessee Valley Authority; Spring City (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Job summary

TVA Nuclear seeks an Emergency Services Operator I at Watts Bar in Spring City, TN. This entry-level position offers progression to Operator II within a year, with training toward EMR/EMT licenses and rigorous safety standards.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining fire protection and emergency response equipment, serving on Fire Brigade and Haz-Mat teams, and completing required training modules onsite and offsite.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must maintain or meet the requirements to obtain within 365 days a valid State and/or National Registry Emergency Medical Responder (EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) Certification at a minimum or EMT, AEMT, Paramedic License.
• Knowledge to perform the assigned work will be imparted to the incumbent by TVA schools and experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and carry out routine assignments, have an aptitude for operation of mechanical equipment, have keen facilities of observation and the ability and desire to work safely and to function adequately in a crisis situation.
• Must be able to perform strenuous and hazardous work, wear full protection fire service turn-out gear, including SCBA, and work outside in inclement weather.
• Must be capable of wearing a respirator.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts with occasional overtime required.
• Must be capable of achieving Emergency Services Operator Level II within 365 days.
• Pass initial and annual medical evaluation and an assessment of physical capability, station fire brigade members are qualified to perform strenuous firefighting activities.

Responsibilities

• This is an entry and developmental level position with progression, once qualified, to Emergency Services Operator Level II within 365 days.
• Once qualified, may perform work in the operation, inspection, repair, testing, and adjustment of all site emergency response fixed and portable equipment.
• Serves as responder on the Fire Brigade, Medical Emergency Response Team, Hazardous Materials, and Rescue Team of an assigned shift once qualified.
• Successfully completes onsite and offsite training courses as required by supervision in subjects that include: Complete training to qualify and maintain qualification as a Fire Brigade, Haz-Mat, and Rescue team member.
• Operation, inspection and testing of fire protection equipment such as fire hydrants, deluge and isolation valves, sprinkler and foam systems, fire extinguishers, gas suppression systems, breathing apparatus, and auxiliary equipment associated with fire protection systems and features.
• Operation, inspection, and testing of required emergency response equipment such as fire hoses, extinguishers, medical equipment, hazardous materials and rescue equipment.
• National Incident Management System as outlined in fleet training procedures
• On Site Emergency Vehicle Operation
• Maintain or have the ability to obtain State Emergency Medical License and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification (i.e. EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic).
• Is familiar with current applicable directives, equipment, and standard operations procedures.
• Checks all firefighting equipment at the onset of each tour of duty to ensure operational readiness of the organizations. Institutes housekeeping activities of the plant fire station including maintenance and care of assigned equipment.
• Performs other essential duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

External - Posting Description

Job ID: 519042
Location: SPRING CITY, TN
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Emergency Services Operator I - 519042

Organization: TVA Nuclear

Department: WBN Nuclear Site

Work Location: Watts Bar Nuclear Plant in Spring City, Tennessee

Relocation:Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations and the collective bargaining agreement.

Posting Open: 11/06/2026

Posting Close: 11/15/2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Duties

This is an entry and developmental level position with progression, once qualified, to Emergency Services Operator Level II within 365 days.

Once qualified, may perform work in the operation, inspection, repair, testing, and adjustment of all site emergency response fixed and portable equipment.

Serves as responder on the Fire Brigade, Medical Emergency Response Team, Hazardous Materials, and Rescue Team of an assigned shift once qualified.

Successfully completes onsite and offsite training courses as required by supervision in subjects that include:

• Complete training to qualify and maintain qualification as a Fire Brigade, Haz-Mat, and Rescue team member.
• Operation, inspection and testing of fire protection equipment such as fire hydrants, deluge and isolation valves, sprinkler and foam systems, fire extinguishers, gas suppression systems, breathing apparatus, and auxiliary equipment associated with fire protection systems and features.
• Operation, inspection, and testing of required emergency response equipment such as fire hoses, extinguishers, medical equipment, hazardous materials and rescue equipment.
• National Incident Management System as outlined in fleet training procedures
• On Site Emergency Vehicle Operation

Maintain or have the ability to obtain State Emergency Medical License and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification (i.e. EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic).

Is familiar with current applicable directives, equipment, and standard operations procedures.

Checks all firefighting equipment at the onset of each tour of duty to ensure operational readiness of the organizations. Institutes housekeeping activities of the plant fire station including maintenance and care of assigned equipment.

Performs other essential duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must maintain or meet the requirements to obtain within 365 days a valid State and/or National Registry Emergency Medical Responder (EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) Certification at a minimum or EMT, AEMT, Paramedic License. Must maintain certification or license as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge to perform the assigned work will be imparted to the incumbent by TVA schools and experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and carry out routine assignments, have an aptitude for operation of mechanical equipment, have keen facilities of observation and the ability and desire to work safely and to function adequately in a crisis situation.
• Must be able to perform strenuous and hazardous work, wear full protection fire service turn-out gear, including SCBA, and work outside in inclement weather.
• Must be capable of wearing a respirator.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts with occasional overtime required.
• Must be capable of achieving Emergency Services Operator Level II within 365 days.
• Pass initial and annual medical evaluation and an assessment of physical capability, station fire brigade members are qualified to perform strenuous firefighting activities.

Supervision Received

Under the general supervision of a Senior Emergency Services Operator or designee during daily activities and plant emergencies. Completed work is subject to inspection by the Fire Marshal.

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).