Nuclear Reactor Technician I or Nuclear Reactor Technician II - Oconee Nuclear Station

100 Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Seneca, SC seeks a Nuclear Reactor Technician I or II to support reactor head disassembly, fuel handling, and dry cask storage activities. The technician assists in basic mechanical maintenance and must work well in a team or independently.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to obtain nuclear access and respirator certification. Travel 5–15% and potential overtime support plant operations and outages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1.5 years related experience required for Technician II.
• Two-year technical school degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Electrical/electronic engineering tech background desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in rigging and lifting.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, work orders, and plans.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and prevent incidents.
• Use machine shop tools and personal computers.
• Utilize corrective action and work order processing systems.
• Follow safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Leadership ability

Diagnostic skills

Analytical skills

Rigging and lifting

Nuclear access

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1.5 years related experience

Two-year technical school degree

Electrical / electronic engineering technology

Tools

Email applications

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database

Job description

Nuclear Reactor Technician I or Nuclear Reactor Technician II

Summary

The Reactor Service Maintenance Technician assists in performing reactor head disassembly/reassembly activities, fuel handling activities, and dry cask storage activities. The Reactor Services Technician is responsible for basic aspects of power plant mechanical maintenance. Experience performing reactor vessel disassembly and reassembly, dry fuel storage, rigging, crane operation, and equipment preventative maintenance work while not required is highly desirable. The ability to function as part of a team in performing high quality maintenance and repair of nuclear plant equipment and ability to perform independent work is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in rigging and lifting and other mechanical maintenance functions
• Gain general knowledge of equipment maintenance procedures, instruction manuals, drawings, codes & other job requirements
• Read and interpret basic mechanical drawings, work orders, and/or plans
• Maintain good housekeeping standards on a continual basis and ensure no reportable incidents regarding housekeeping occur within the area of responsibility
• Develop proficiency in the proper use of machine shop tools, and personal computers
• Utilize the corrective action program, clearance program, and the work order processing system
• Understand and follow all applicable safety and environmental policies

Working Conditions

• Work extended hours and various shifts
• Work in Respirators and/or PAPR’s
• Climb ladders and stairs
• Work at heights
• May be required to work weekends, overtime or be on-call to support plant

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Nuclear Reactor Technician I High School Diploma or GED
• Nuclear Reactor Technician II High School Diploma or GED One and one-half (1½) years of directly related experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Two-year technical school degree electrical/electronic engineering technology or equivalent experience or training (e.g. Military)
• Experienced Fuel Mover Electrical work experience
• Prior nuclear power plant experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills (e-mail applications, word processes, spreadsheets, database, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Demonstrated diagnostic and analytical skills
• Prior experience in rigging and lifting
• Prior experience in Reactor Head disassembly/reassembly activities
• Prior experience in Fuel Handling activities
• Prior experience in Dry Cask Storage Activities

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
• Ability to gain and maintain Respirator/SCBA certification
• Mandatory hearing protection program
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Requires travel to support Fleet Outages and Dry Cask Campaigns (25-50%)
• Basic technical writing skills as well as basic computer skills
• Obtain and Maintain qualifications necessary to disassemble and reassemble a nuclear reactor
• Obtain and Maintain qualifications necessary to move nuclear fuel and nuclear fuel components
• Travel Requirements 5-15%
• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Union and Visa

Represented/Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position No

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

Diversity & Inclusion

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Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential.

Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination.