Vessel Technician

Sonic Systems International • Wilmington, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vessel Technician performs or supports staging, disassembly, and reassembly of major reactor components, along with related tasks. The role normally reports to the Lead Vessel Technician or Refuel Floor Engineer. Work takes place in a nuclear power plant, primarily in the United States, with some customers requiring international travel. It is performed in a highly congested, high-radiation environment and may require radiation and environmental protection equipment. The position requires 100% travel to perform maintenance at nuclear power plants, typically from February through May and again from September through November. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Sonic Systems International states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics and applies this policy to employment practices including hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background with no outstanding or pending legal charges.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test at hire and random tests.
• Valid driver's license with no pending charges.
• Non-U.S. citizens must hold a current work visa or green card.
• Knowledge of operating a computer.
• Sufficient skill and work experience to understand and carry out work according to written procedures and work direction.
• Ability to develop and maintain thorough knowledge of work requirements.
• Ability to obtain unescorted site access at a nuclear power plant, including background investigation, drug testing, and psychological examination.
• Ability to pass the required physical examination and training for respirator use.
• Completion of Granite's Environmental Health and Safety training modules.
• Successful completion of skill-specific training with a score of 80% or higher.
• Ability to perform work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support or conduct staging, disassembly, and reassembly of major reactor components.
• Prepare for vessel disassembly, including staging equipment and parts.
• Prepare for vessel reassembly, including cleaning components and staging equipment and materials.
• Provide input on work performed.
• Recommend improvements and help resolve problems.
• Work successfully as part of a team and follow written procedures and work direction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED