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

Duke Energy•Seneca, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Nuclear Operations Technicians at Oconee Nuclear Station perform plant surveillances and operate valves and other equipment. The position is onsite and includes outdoor surveillance throughout the year on both day and night shifts. Technicians are expected to complete ongoing training to maintain proficiency. While serving as an Auxiliary Operator (AO), the employee is expected to progress academically and in job knowledge toward a licensed position. This includes completing generic fundamentals training and a plant-specific license class leading to an NRC-administered license exam. The stated progression is approximately five years from AO to selection for Reactor Operator (RO) license training, followed by approximately two years to selection for Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license training. The anticipated start date is February 8, 2027. Depending on the successful applicant’s qualifications, the hiring manager may fill the position at a higher level in the job hierarchy. December 2026 engineering graduates may be considered for Nuclear Operations Technician II.

Requirements

Nuclear Operations Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
Nuclear Operations Technician II: High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, and at least one of the following: previously held an RO or SRO license at another utility; naval experience meeting the requirements for entry into the Instant SRO program; or a four-year engineering degree or equivalent. Equivalent education includes an engineering technology or physical sciences degree with coursework in physics, mathematics, or engineering, or a professional engineer’s license obtained by passing the PE examination.
Ability to work outdoor surveillance on both day and night shifts.
Ability to work shifts, frequent overtime, and weekends or holidays.
Successful completion of pre-employment aptitude testing and Basic Operator Training (BOT).
Ability to obtain nuclear access.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and use weight-rated equipment with maximum ratings ranging from 275 to 325 pounds to meet essential job functions.
Respirator clearance and ability to use SCBA.
Compliance with the mandatory hearing protection program and successful completion of a nuclear pre-access drug screen.
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Naval nuclear experience, such as 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, including valve work, pipefitting, or welding.
Electrical or mechanical background.
Engineering or technical degree.
Previous nuclear plant operations experience, such as 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.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a wide range of customers at all organizational levels.
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to deliver results within allocated time through prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution of assigned work.
Ability to work as part of a team, be a self-starter, exercise flexibility, and take personal responsibility for assigned accountabilities.
Ability to adapt to changing processes, regulations, responsibilities, and work environments.

Responsibilities

Serve as an active member of the station Fire Brigade.
Report system and component status using the computerized rounds process to keep supervision informed.
Start and stop plant equipment as directed by operating procedures.
Perform tests and checks on the operability of system components, including leakage checks.
Isolate and restore equipment.
Perform outdoor surveillance year-round on both day and night shifts.
Complete ongoing training to maintain proficiency.
As an Auxiliary Operator, work toward advancement to a licensed position by progressing academically and in job knowledge, completing generic fundamentals training and plant-specific license training, and preparing for an NRC-administered license exam.