Refueling Services Technician - Level I

Vistra Corp.; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Glen Rose, Texas seeks a Level 1 Refueling Services Technician. This entry‑level role supports transfer system operation, in‑vessel maintenance, and head area maintenance during outages, with a clear path to higher technician levels within a defined timeline.

You will work on reactor fuel transfer equipment, perform basic underwater camera work, and support safety and outage milestones while traveling to fleet sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Nuclear utility worker with mechanical skills and 2 years of experience.
• Trade school in boiler maker, iron worker, pipe fitter or similar craft.
• Military veteran with technical/mechanical background encouraged to apply.
• Capable of passing a respirator physical.

Responsibilities

• Operate Vistra transfer system and manage fuel movement in vessel pools.
• Perform underwater camera work and assist Level 2/3 technicians.
• Rig, lift, and install reactor head components and use nut runners.
• Support maintenance, outages, and post-outage feedback.
• Travel to Vistra sites for outages and fleet support as needed.

Skills

Nuclear experience

Mechanical proficiency

Safety awareness

Respirator capable

Education

Trade school completion

Military veteran experience

Tools

Refueling tooling

Hand tools knowledge

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

This position reports to the Refueling Services Supervisor and provides transfer system operation. In addition, the Level 1 Technician performs basic activities during Head Area Maintenance in support of Reactor Vessel Disassembly and Reassembly. Level 1 Technicians also perform basic in‑vessel maintenance such as underwater camera work to support Level 2 and 3 technicians. This is an entry‑level position, and the candidate will be expected to move through the various positions within Vistra up to and including Refueling Services Level 3 Technician within a specified timeline. This role can be based at any one of our four nuclear sites.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform the duties of a Vistra Level 1 Refueling Services Technician to include:
• Vistra Transfer System Operator: operate the Transfer System at a Westinghouse and B&W style PWR as well as the Inclined Fuel Transfer System at Perry; move fuel in vessel at PWR and BWR Spent Fuel Pools.
• Vistra Level 1 In‑Vessel Technician: perform underwater camera work and support Level 2 and 3 technicians with poles.
• Vistra Level 1 Head Area Maintenance Technician: rigging and lifting in the reactor cavity, operating tensioners, removing and installing reactor head installation, and operation of nut runners.
• Work in a safe and error‑free manner.
• Participate in post‑outage critiques to provide feedback on improvement opportunities as well as positive lessons learned.
• Achieve Vistra‑established transfer system operation movement rates to meet outage milestones in a safe and error‑free manner.
• Participate in various aspects of work‑control coordination, scheduling, and engineering meetings involving online and refuel outage activities, to ensure that assigned work is properly assigned, planned and ready to work.
• Actively participate in all Vistra processes, such as the training program, surveillance program, and CAP to ensure effective work practices.
• Work with the Site Refueling Services Management Team to identify and support improvement opportunities.
• Support maintenance on the fuel‑handling equipment to include PM schedules, corrective maintenance tracking, and upgrade implementation.
• Perform maintenance on the refueling services tooling to include PM schedules, corrective maintenance tracking, upgrades, and replacements.
• Identify equipment issues to the Refueling Services Supervisor in order to track equipment issues to ensure the reliable performance of head area maintenance and underwater tooling and equipment.
• Provide input to assist with the preparation of plans and specifications as needed.
• Work as part of the fleet team to evaluate Reactor Services activities and recommend equipment, new concepts and techniques to improve performance, reduce costs, correct design, or improve worker safety.
• Provide input to assist with planning for work orders for site Refueling Services as requested.
• Support Dry Cask equipment set‑up as well as New Fuel Receipt.
• Review the Refueling Services outage schedule.
• Must be willing and available to travel as assigned to other Vistra Nuclear Plants in support of maintenance and/or operational activities, including outages, dry cask storage, and outage preparation activities.
• All other job assignments and duties pursuant to company policy as approved by the Site Refueling Services Manager.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• Nuclear utility worker with technical / mechanical job skills and 2 years of experience.
• Completed trade school in boiler maker, iron worker, pipe fitter or other mechanical craft.
• Military veteran with technical / mechanical job skills and 2 years of work experience.
• Capable of passing a respirator physical.
• Work in radiological protective clothing while wearing a PAPR for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of refueling tooling as well as advanced knowledge of hand tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• OEM training in Refueling Services.
• Knowledge of Lifting, Rigging and Material Handling Industry Standards.

Mandatory Travel Requirements

Refueling Technician I is considered a high travel position with mandatory travel. Technicians are required to travel to support all Vistra Refueling Outages, including both planned refueling outages and, as required, unplanned outages if reactor maintenance is required. Technicians will also travel to support pre‑outage preparations, dry cask storage, operational performance improvement initiatives, training, and other fleet needs. While every effort is made to provide advance notice of travel, certain events may dictate short‑notice travel situations. Technicians will be compensated for travel time and expenses in accordance with company policies.

• Final pay grade will be based on applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Anticipated Start Date

January 2027

Key Metrics

• Safety Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Problem Solving / Decision Making
• Results Orientation

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Glen Rose, Texas

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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