Nuclear Operations Technician I / Nuclear Operations Technician II - Oconee Nuclear Station

Duke Energy•Seneca, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Build an exciting, rewarding career with Duke Energy, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. This position is for the Oconee Nuclear Station. Nuclear Operator Technicians are responsible for performing surveillances throughout the plant as well as operating valves and equipment in the plant. 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. December 2026 Engineering graduates can be considered for Nuclear Operations Tech II level.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
Minimum 1 of following: Has held RO or SRO license at another utility
Naval experience that meets the requirements for entering the Instant SRO program
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)
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.
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Respirator Clearance/SCBA
Fire Brigade Mandatory hearing protection program
Nuclear Pre-Access Drug Screen
Successful completion of pre-employment aptitude testing is required
Must be able to obtain nuclear access
Successful completion of Basic Operator Training (BOT)
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Naval Nuclear experience (Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Supervisor, or Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor)
Military experience specifically in Operations and/or Maintenance
Previous Maintenance experience (valve, pipefitting, welding)
Electrical and Mechanical backgrounds
Engineering degrees OR technical degrees for majority
Previous experience in nuclear plant operations (e.g., Nuclear Navy or commercial nuclear power)
One to three years of operations experience in industrial maintenance, boiler operations or power generation
High degree of manual dexterity and mature judgment
Strong mechanical aptitude
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

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 training program as well as a plant specific license class leading to an 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).