Nuclear Operations Technician I OR Nuclear Operations Technician II - McGuire Nuclear Station Job at Duke Energy
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 desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy”
Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility.
Position Summary
Nuclear Operator Technicians are responsible for performing surveillances throughout the plant as well as operating valves and equipment in the plant.
Job Responsibilities
-
Serve as an active member of station Fire Brigade
-
Reporting on system and component status using computerized round process in order to keep supervision informed
-
Starting and stopping plant equipment as directed by operating procedures
-
Performing tests and checks on operability of system components (e.g. leakage)
-
Isolating and restoring equipment
-
Outdoor surveillance required year-round on both day and night shift
-
On-going training expectations are required to maintain proficiency in this job hierarchy
-
While serving as the Auxiliary Operator (AO), the individual is expected to work toward advancement to a licensed position by progressing academically and in job knowledge.
-
This entails successfully completing a generic fundamentals program as well as a plant specific license class leading to a NRC administered license exam.
-
There is a progression of approximately five years going from AO to being selected for training for a Reactor Operator license (RO) and then approximately 2 years to being selected for training for a Senior Reactor Operator license (SRO).
Working Conditions
-
Shift Work
-
Frequent Overtime
-
Weekend / Holiday Work
-
Testing Required
-
Plant environment w/extreme temperature ranges and high humidity
-
Exposure to dust, fumes, and high noise levels
-
Ability to wear protective clothing including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing
-
Protection and gloves due to heavy industrial environment (rotating equipment
-
With high temperature and high pressure fluids up to 650f and 2235 psig)
-
Includes climbing, stooping, pulling and pushing
Basic/Required Qualifications
Nuclear Operations Tech I
-
High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED)
-
Minimum 1 of 3
-
Associates degree
-
Previous Operations experience at a commercial power plant Or 24 months Navy experience
-
If none of the above, approval of Operations Manager and HRBP
Nuclear Operations Tech II
-
High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED)
-
Has held RO or SRO license at another utility, Naval experience that meets the requirements for entering the Instant SRO program, or a four-year degree in engineering or the equivalent (i.e. a degree in engineering technology or the physical sciences that includes course work in physics, mathematics, or engineering; a professional engineer’s (PE) license obtained by passing the PE examination)
Desired Qualifications
-
A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science
-
Associates Degree in a technical discipline
-
A high degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
-
Strong mechanical aptitude
-
One to three years of experience in industrial maintenance, boiler operations, or
-
power generation
-
Previous experience in nuclear plant operations (eg, Nuclear Navy, or
-
commercial nuclear power)
-
Four years of Navy Nuclear experience
-
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability
-
to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers in all levels of an
-
organization
-
Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
-
Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective
-
prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work
-
Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise
-
flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities
-
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations,
-
responsibilities, and work environments
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.
-
Respirator Clearance/SCBA
-
Fire Brigade
-
Mandatory hearing protection program
-
Nuclear Pre-Access Drug Screen
-
Ability to lift 50 pounds
-
Successful completion of pre-employment aptitude testing is required
-
Must be able to obtain nuclear access
-
Successful completion of Basic Operator Training (BOT)
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Yes
Represented/Union Position
No
Visa Sponsored Position
No
Posting Expiration Date
Saturday, May 6, 2023
All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
Privacy
Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)
Terms of Use
Accessibility
Please Note :
epokagency.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, epokagency.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.