Nuclear Instrument and Electrical Technician I or Nuclear Instrument and Electrical Technician II - Oconee Nuclear Station

100 Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Seneca, SC is seeking a Nuclear I&E Technician I or II to perform instrumentation and electrical maintenance at our nuclear facility. You will calibrate, assemble, disassemble, and repair plant equipment to maintain reliability.

The role requires safety focus, technical aptitude, and strong teamwork; includes rotating shifts, travel up to 25%, and potential for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with instrumentation/electrical activities is preferred.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and diagrams.
• Demonstrated proficiency with safety procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform instrumentation/electrical activities including calibration, assembly, disassembly, maintenance and repair of nuclear power plant equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability of plant equipment.
• Work within safety procedures and administrative/technical procedures; communicate effectively with customers and team members.
• Demonstrate analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills; manage time and priorities to deliver results.

Skills

Instrumentation/Electrical aptitude

Analytical/problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Prioritization/Planning

Adaptability

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Job Description – Nuclear I&E Technician I or II

Summary Nuclear I&E Technicians perform all types of instrumentation/ electrical activities by calibrating, assembling, disassembling, maintaining, and repairing nuclear power plant equipment. This role also performs preventive and corrective maintenance for plant equipment in order to maintain optimum levels of equipment reliability.

Basic Qualifications

• Nuclear I & E Technician I High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED)
• Nuclear I & E Technician II High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)

Desired Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ work experience dealing directly with instrumentation/electrical related activities.
• Basic mechanical aptitude, or background Two-year technical school degree, or equivalent experience or training (e.g. military)
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing advanced computer skills
• Demonstrated experience with, and support of, following safety processes administrative procedures and technical procedures
• Proven instrumentation/ electrical aptitude.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers in all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work
• Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments

Specific Requirements

• This role requires the use of weight rated equipment, with max ratings ranging from 275lbs to 325lbs, in order to meet the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to successfully pass the Power Plant Maintenance Positions Selection System (MASS) test
• Ability to successfully pass basic Maintenance Training
• Ability to gain and maintain nuclear access
• Respirator Clearance/SCBA
• Mandatory hearing protection program
• Nuclear Pre-Access Drug Screen
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Working Conditions

• Normal working hours are variable (could be 4 -10's, 5 - 8's or rotating 12-hour shifts, etc.)
• Rotating shift work may be required
• Overtime work is required as well as periodic night shift work
• Periodic callouts to support station needs
• Weekend and Holiday work is required
• Continuous training and successful testing is required
• 25%-50% travel required to other Duke Energy sites
• Working in extreme temperatures (hot/cold)
• Climbing and working at elevated heights
• Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duties are required when minimum requirements are met
• Residency Requirement: The position has a residency requirement within 60 minutes from your residence to your headquarters in order to respond to emergency situations
• Travel Requirements 5-15%
• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes
• Represented/Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position.

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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