Assistant Nuclear Mechanic

Vistra•Davis, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, is responsible for successfully completing the training and qualification program to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to be a useful employee. In addition, the Assistant will be assigned progressively more demanding tasks as the level of knowledge and experience increases. Skilled work requires that the individual be qualified in the related field or be closely supervised by a qualified Journeyman or above. The Assistant performs any maintenance repair work assigned in all work areas involving Maintenance activities in accordance with the Station Operating License, Technical Specifications, Operating Procedures, QA/QC Procedures, and Maintenance Department Procedures; and performs such duties and responsibilities as: Performing work independently in Journeyman skill areas when qualified in accordance with the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Training Program for Mechanical Maintenance; Performing work in Journeyman skill areas, under the direct supervision of a qualified individual, when the individual has not yet completed qualifications; Assisting a qualified individual in performing maintenance in skill areas; Assisting, as assigned, in the response to any Station emergency; Assisting in the development, correction, and validation of Station procedures and tests; Interpreting work orders, drawings, sketches, blueprints, etc.; Properly preparing records used in connection with the work; Reporting abnormal conditions observed, such as: abnormal operating conditions, safety conditions, and security violations; Using hand tools to prepare, fabricate, and otherwise repair mechanical components structural components; Ensuring that the work area and equipment are in good order and cleaned up after completion of work; Following safe work practices and adhering to all Station and Company procedures for Industrial and Radiation Safety; Maintaining proficiency as an Assistant Nuclear Mechanic by meeting the established requalification and continuing training requirements; Completing the Nuclear Journeyman Mechanic qualification within four years of initial hire to Assistant Nuclear Mechanic; Complying with the applicable Station procedures in the performance of the Duties; and Performing other responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements

Must meet the Company’s requirements as to General Qualifications, and in addition:
Prior experience is not an absolute requirement, however, prior related experience will be considered when comparing applicants
Must be a graduate of an accredited High School or have a GED
Must pass and stay current in training
Must have the ability to receive, interpret and act on orders and instructions in a manner that will obtain safe and satisfactory work results
Must be able to properly use mechanical tools and precision instruments in the conduct of maintenance
Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Must be capable of performing strenuous work in confined areas, where required
Must have good manual dexterity, normal color perception and vision correctable to 20/30
Must have a cooperative temperament and be able to work effectively with peers and management while under pressure
Must successfully complete, or have successfully completed, Edison Electric Institute (EEI) POSS/MASS C testing

Nice To Haves

Prior welding and/or machining experience and certifications are desired.

Responsibilities

Performing work independently in Journeyman skill areas when qualified in accordance with the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Training Program for Mechanical Maintenance
Performing work in Journeyman skill areas, under the direct supervision of a qualified individual, when the individual has not yet completed qualifications
Assisting a qualified individual in performing maintenance in skill areas
Assisting, as assigned, in the response to any Station emergency
Assisting in the development, correction, and validation of Station procedures and tests
Interpreting work orders, drawings, sketches, blueprints, etc.
Properly preparing records used in connection with the work
Reporting abnormal conditions observed, such as: abnormal operating conditions, safety conditions, and security violations
Using hand tools to prepare, fabricate, and otherwise repair mechanical components structural components
Ensuring that the work area and equipment are in good order and cleaned up after completion of work
Following safe work practices and adhering to all Station and Company procedures for Industrial and Radiation Safety
Maintaining proficiency as an Assistant Nuclear Mechanic by meeting the established requalification and continuing training requirements
Completing the Nuclear Journeyman Mechanic qualification within four years of initial hire to Assistant Nuclear Mechanic
Complying with the applicable Station procedures in the performance of the Duties
Performing other responsibilities, as assigned