Job Description

Important Application Submission Information

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

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

• Obtaining and Maintaining Nuclear unescorted access is required.

• Obtaining a DOT medical card is required.

• The Specialty Services I/E Group consist of a Breaker Refurbishment Team, Breaker/Switchgear Field Teams, Generator Breaker and Isolated Phase Bus Teams, Testing Teams and Instrumentation-Control-Electrical Teams based in the Carolinas.

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

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

• Perform assigned maintenance, repair, refurbishment and testing of various low and medium voltage breakers 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 Electrical 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.

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

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED

Preferred Qualifications

• One year closely related experience on breaker 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

• Valid Driver’s License

• Completion of the Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) aptitude testing

• Obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear access

• Physical exertion applicable to power plant maintenance such as standing; lifting, up to 50 lbs; walking; stooping; climbing ladders and stairs; working long hours.

• 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

• Field Mobility Classification – Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location.

• Typical conditions associated with a shop environment.

• Operation of vehicles and mobile equipment required.

Working Hours and Travel

• Schedules may vary as project assignments and work load 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

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

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