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Tennessee Valley Authority Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517379 in SPRING CITY, Tennessee
Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517379
Job ID:517379Location:SPRING CITY, TNRegular/Temporary:Regular
External - Posting Description
Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517379
Organization: TVA Nuclear
Department: Electrical Maintenance
Location: Watts Bar Nuclear Plant in Spring City TN
Candidates within the Tennessee Valley region may be preferred. Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations and the collective bargaining agreement.
Posting Open: 1/18/2025
Posting Close: 1/24/2025 at 11:59 pm EST
Salary: $105,390
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE A JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN WITH EXPERIENCE IN A COMMERCIAL NUCLEAR POWER PLANT. EXPERIENCE WITH COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PREFERRED.
Duties
Performs general and emergency repairs to nuclear plant main and auxiliary electrical equipment. Equipment includes main generators and exciters, motors, motor controls, circuit breakers, disconnects, switchyards, transformers, switchboards, station lighting, cranes, batteries, relays, telephones, air-conditioning equipment, and other pertinent equipment pertaining to the plant. This work will consist of the dismantling and assembling of equipment, the renewal of parts, and troubleshooting and adjustment of controls, any of which may be of solid-state type.
A minor portion of time will be spent in connection with infrequent construction work, making up necessary job reports, and periodic checking of general operating conditions of electrical equipment.
Qualifications
Should have at least a high school education or equivalent and several years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment. The position requires a thorough knowledge of electrical characteristics of equipment installed in the plant, which includes motors, generators, control equipment, oil switches, relays, transformers, batteries, and communication equipment. Another prerequisite is the capacity to apply this knowledge to the correct procedure to be followed in all emergencies as well as during routine attention.
Supervision Received
He/she is under the direct supervision of a foreman, who assigns and checks work during progress as wel as completed work for proper performance, and under the general supervision of an Assistant Power Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
Supervision Over Others
May direct the work of apprentices, helpers, or laborers assigned to him/her.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA values and embraces diversity. We encourage all individuals to apply regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sex, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status and age. We strive to be inclusive of all the people we serve across the Valley.
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How to Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How to Submit Documentation:
Upload documents in Step 8 of the application process.
Email documents to[email protected]
More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .
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