Instrument & Control Technician III

Nebraska Public Power District•Brownville, NE

1d•$41 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Public Power District is hiring an Instrument & Control Technician III at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville, Nebraska. The position performs calibration, surveillance testing, and maintenance of station instrumentation and control systems and equipment to support public health and safety and the efficient, around-the-clock operation of the station. Work must comply with regulatory requirements and be performed without causing reactor trips, emergency system initiations, or equipment damage. The technician may be assigned to the Emergency Response Organization, which requires responding to the station within 45 minutes of notification when an emergency is declared. The role requires completing and maintaining qualifications in the I&C Technician Training Program, following safety and radiological safety practices, and staying current with regulatory and Institute of Nuclear Power Operations requirements. The position may provide 24-hour coverage as needed. Travel may fluctuate according to business needs.

Requirements

Must be recommended based on the power plant Maintenance Positions Selection System (MASS) results.
Two-year associate degree (or military equivalent) in an electronics field, or equivalent military training.
Must pass a physical to wear respirator protective equipment and qualify for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
Must meet ANSI N-18.1-1971 requirements; documentation of qualifications is a condition of employment.
Level II: At least 2 years of related I&C experience, including at least 1 year as an I&C Technician in a nuclear power plant; must meet I&C Technician III and II training requirements and qualifications.
Level I: At least 3 years of related I&C experience, including at least 2 years as an I&C Technician in a nuclear power plant; must meet I&C Technician III, II, and I training requirements and qualifications.
If assigned to an Emergency Response Organization position, must be able to arrive at the station within 45 minutes of emergency notification.

Responsibilities

Complete the I&C Training Program and demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for I&C Technician Level III duties.
Perform Level III calibration, testing, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.
Provide 24-hour coverage as needed to support Cooper Nuclear Station.
Follow applicable safety and radiological safety practices and complete work accurately and in a timely manner.
Conduct field walk-downs and research system and component operation to support procedure development or revision and corrective or preventive maintenance.
Maintain I&C Technician III qualification, including attending continuing training.
Stay current with applicable regulatory changes and ensure compliance with regulatory and INPO requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.