Travel I&E Tech I, II, III - Nuclear

Duke Energy Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is hiring a Nuclear Traveling Instrumentation & Electrical Technician for its Specialty Services Group. The role focuses on calibration, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic instrumentation & control systems at field sites and power plants.

Expect travel up to 100% and a requirement to obtain nuclear access and a DOT medical card. The position demands reading electrical diagrams, working with test equipment, and adhering to safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with Tan Delta Cable Testing preferred.
• Experience with Motor Testing and Automatic Voltage Regulator maintenance is desired.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical/instrumentation equipment.
• Experience reading electrical diagrams, schematics, and one-line drawings.
• Experience with electrical/instrumentation test equipment.
• Experience with lockout/tagout of electrical equipment.
• Nuclear access currently in possession is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, maintain, and repair electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation and control systems according to safety and quality standards.
• Perform maintenance activities independently or as part of a team.
• Read and interpret I&C and electrical drawings, work orders, and plans.
• Support quality and productivity improvements and communicate progress to leadership.
• Maintain safe working conditions and follow all safety standards.
• Develop proficiency with calibration equipment and company software tools.
• Gain general knowledge of maintenance procedures, manuals, drawings, and codes.
• Obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear access.

Skills

Tan Delta Cable Testing

Motor Testing

Automatic Voltage Regulator Mantenance

Electrical instrumentation testing

Electrical diagrams reading

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Nuclear access

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people’s lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you’ll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

• Positions will be based at the Lark Maintenance Center in Mount Holly, NC. Travel may be required up to 100% of the time.

• Obtaining and Maintaining Nuclear access is required. Additionally, obtaining DOT medical card is required.

• The Specialty Services I/C Group consist of Breaker/Switchgear Teams, GeneratorBreaker and Isolated Phase BusTeams, Testing Teams and Instrumentation-Control-Electrical Teams based in the Carolinas.

• This posting will place successful candidates on the Test Team within the Specialty Services Group.

• The Nuclear Traveling Instrumentation & Electrical Technician is skilled in the basic aspects of power plant electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic instrumentation & control systems.

• As directed, duties performed may include but are not limited to:

• Perform assigned calibration, maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic instrumentation & control systems in a safe, reliable, economical and environmentally sound manner.

• Perform assigned maintenance activities independently or work within a team/group setting as needed.

• Read and interpret basic I&C and Electrical control drawings, work orders and/or plans.

• Assist in the control of quality and productivity.

• Communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.

• Understand and follow all applicable safety standards.

• Use human performance tools and techniques.

• Maintain good housekeeping standards on a continual basis and ensure no reportable incidents regarding housekeeping occur with the area of responsibility.

• Develop proficiency in the use of calibration equipment & specialty tooling.

• Gain general knowledge of equipment maintenance procedures, instruction manuals, drawings, and codes.

• Obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear access.

• Develop proficiency in the use of company provided computers and associatedsoftware programs such as: Maximo, CAS, Tags Pro, eSOMs, Nantel, & otherassociated software programs necessary to complete Nuclear & Regulated & Renewable Energy tasks

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Desired Qualifications:

• One year closely related experience with Tan Delta Cable Testing
• One year closely related experience with Motor Testing
• One year closely related experience with Automatic Voltage Regulator Maintenance
• Experience with troubleshooting electrical/instrumentation equipment
• Experience reading electrical diagrams, schematics, and one-line drawings
• Experience utilizing electrical/instrumentation test equipment
• Experience with lock out tag out of electrical equipment
• Currently have Nuclear Access

Specific Requirements:

• Must successfully complete EEI’s Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)
• This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.

Physical Effort Required:

• Physical exertion applicable to power plant maintenance such as standing; lifting, up to 50 lbs; walking; stooping; climbing ladders and stairs; working long hours.
• With exposure to uneven and inclined walking/working surfaces; work at heights; work from scaffolds and platforms; work in confined spaces; work in tight areas.

Working Conditions

• Typical conditions associated with an operating fossil or nuclear power station – extreme weather conditions, high temperatures, high pressures, high voltage electrical systems, and rotating machinery. Operation of vehicles and mobile equipment required.
• Field Mobility Classification - Work location is highly mobile, working at various facilities or field locations with occasional onsite meetings after the onboarding period. Employee must live within a reasonable commute to the posted reporting location, not greater than 50 miles one way.

Working Hours and Travel

• Schedules may vary as project assignments and plant conditions dictate. Incumbent will be expected to work weekends, shift work and overtime. Travel away from home base can be up to 100% of the year. Expected to respond to unusual events and emergencies.

Travel Requirements

50+%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

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.