Instrument & Control Technician Level I

Talen Energy•Berwick, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing skilled work on instrumentation and control systems throughout the plant with minimal disruption to operations. The technician will be responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, installing, adjusting, and calibrating station process instrumentation and controls. They will also assist higher-level technicians with complex systems, instruct employees on instrumentation and controls, maintain calibration records, conduct surveillance tests, and manage permits for instrumentation and control equipment. The position requires the use of radiation monitoring equipment, preparation of purchase orders and work order requests, and assistance with special station tests. Additionally, the technician will suggest improvements to control loops, maintain knowledge of relevant procedures and safety programs, and comply with federal regulations and industry standards. Participation in training and requalification programs is mandatory, as is the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and diagrams. The role also includes maintaining the repair shop, tools, and equipment, ensuring good housekeeping and safety, and performing decontamination as needed. Assisting in the development of I&C procedures and performing other assigned duties are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one of the following: a.) Three-years work experience with instruments, controls or electronics as found in a power plant facility. Should include at least six months of related technical training. Relevant military experience, such as Navy or Air Force instrumentation technician experience will satisfy this requirement. b.) Associate Degree in electronics, electricity or nuclear technology.
Successful completion of the I&C Technician selection examination is required.
Satisfactory physical and mental condition as evidenced by successfully passing company-provided examinations.
Ability to read and understand technical instructions and associated diagrams.
Ability and aptitude to perform work requiring a high degree of mental and visual attention, manual dexterity and coordination.
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
External candidates with experience / training similar to and including Nuclear Engineering Technologies (Instrumentation & Control), Naval Nuclear Power Electronics Technician (nuclear), etc. fit requirements for this job

Responsibilities

Performs skilled work on instrumentation and control systems in all areas of the plant with minimum interference to the normal operation of the plant.
Inspects, troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, installs, adjusts and calibrates station process instrumentation and controls. Assists Instrumentation & Controls Technician Level II in the performance of the above for complex instrumentation, such as the Reactor Manual Control System.
Instructs employees in the maintenance, testing, calibration and proper functioning of station process instrumentation and controls.
Maintains calibration records and records of test equipment used for the calibration of plant instrumentation and plant testing.
Maintains established records as required for good performance and history.
Conducts surveillance tests.
Takes out permits on instrumentation and control equipment for which authorized.
Uses radiation monitoring equipment.
Prepares, for approval, Stores and Purchase Orders and work order requests for electrical or mechanical maintenance department assistance when required.
Assist in special station tests by setting up necessary instrumentation, taking readings and preparing results including the performance of calculations.
Suggests changes in operating procedures when necessary to fully utilize advantages of control loops.
Maintains thorough knowledge of appropriate Plans and Procedures, Radiological Health and Safety Programs, Industrial Safety Programs, applicable regulations and limits, Plant Controlled Access Areas and Security Procedures and Emergency Procedures.
Complies with station procedures and policy implementing the effective Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Regulatory Guides, National Standards and subsequent changes, applicable to the work performed.
Participates in and successfully completes all aspects of training and requalification programs in part consisting of written and oral examinations, lectures and on-the-job training.
Reads and interprets drawings, prints and control wiring diagrams. Where necessary, makes sketches and diagrams to facilitate work and/or instruct others.
Keeps assigned repair shop, tools and equipment in good working order; maintains good housekeeping and safety in working area; and performs decontamination of personnel, equipment or facilities as necessary or assigned.
Assists in development of I&C procedures and work instructions.
Performs such other related duties as assigned or as necessary.