Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Temporary Instrument & Control Technician III located at Cooper Nuclear Stationin Brownville, Nebraska. Position closes Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
This position is responsible to perform calibrations, surveillance testing, and maintenance of Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS) Instrumentation and Control systems and equipment to ensure the health and safety of the public and the around-the-clock efficient operation of CNS. The work will be completed in compliance with regulatory requirements and will not cause reactor trips, emergency system initiations, or equipment damage.
Requirement: Incumbent must have completed and be recommended based on the power plant Maintenance Positions Selection System (MASS) results.
Two-year associates degree (or military equivalent) in an electronics field (or equivalent military training).
Personnel will be required to pass a physical to wear respirator protective equipment and be Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) qualified.
Required to meet requirements in American National Standards Institute (ANSI) N-18.1-1971. (Documentation of qualifications is a condition of employment.)
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Complete the Instrument and Control (I&C) Training Program as required to achieve and demonstrate the knowledge and skill level needed to perform I&C Technician Level III duties.
Perform I&C Technician III calibration, testing, preventative and corrective maintenance. Provide 24-hour coverage as needed to support CNS.
Practice strict adherence to all safety practices and radiological safety practices for the work being performed, as well as completing the work accurately and in a timely manner.
Conduct field walk-downs and research of system/component operation as necessary to analyze procedure development/revision and corrective/preventive maintenance.
Maintain qualification as an I&C Technician III which includes attending I&C continuing training. Stay current with applicable regulatory changes to ensure regulatory compliance and ensure compliance with Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) requirements.
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Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.
Pay Grade - 11 Hourly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $33.16 - $41.45
Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Nebraska Public Power District is a public corporation and political subdivision of the state of Nebraska. We operate an integrated electric utility system including generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. We work in partnership with other utilities, businesses, and community leaders to serve more than 530,000 Nebraskans with retail or wholesale electric power and energy-related services. As a public power utility, we are governed by an 11-member Board of Directors, popularly elected from within our chartered territory which includes all or parts of 84 of Nebraska's 93 counties.
