September 27, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Auxiliary Equipment Operator

Organization:
TXU Energy
Region:
Canada, Pennsylvania, Shippingport
End of contest:
December 25, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Operator
Description

Job Description

This position is in the Nuclear Operations department at the Beaver Valley Power Station located in Shippingport, PA. Specific responsibilities for this position include:

  • Placing equipment in operation and operating and removing equipment from operation using approved station procedures.
  • Maintaining proper lubrication of equipment.
  • Performing switching and tagging for clearance operations.
  • Performing routine radiation monitoring necessary to obtain access to operating areas or equipment and/or necessary to process and ship radioactive waste.
  • Frequently checking the operation of equipment and diagnosing any difficulties.
  • Using appropriate tools and materials to perform minor adjustment and repair work.
  • Taking necessary action in case of an emergency and notifying the Reactor Operator or station supervision of unusual or irregular conditions.
  • Recording readings, changing charts and keeping proper records of work done on the shift.
  • Performing various operating procedures and equipment surveillance tests as directed.
  • Performing as a member of the station emergency squad and fire squad.
  • Using appropriate tools and materials to maintain assigned work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, and well lighted manner.
  • Directing and training other operations employees, checking the performance of their work in order to maintain safe and proper operating conditions.
  • Effectively using electrical and mechanical prints, diagrams and manuals in performance of job duties.
  • Performing all work in accordance with station safety and radiological control regulations and practices.
  • Performing all duties is accordance with INPO good operating practices, and NRC regulations, and industry standards.
  • Training, qualifying and maintaining job qualification in accordance with industry standards and INPO approved qualification programs.
  • Assisting other employees as required and as needed during normal and refueling operations.
  • Operating plant computer equipment such as Work Process monitoring, corrective actions, procedure usage and change, and work scheduling software.
  • Performing similar or less skilled duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED and two years of college coursework in a technical area or equivalent technical experience.
  • Two years of power plant experience or equivalent.
  • Ability to pass EEI POSS C examinations.
  • Ability to pass appropriate physical examinations.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to work at a nuclear power plant.
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Contact

TXU Energy

1601 Bryan St

Dallas

Texas United States

www.txuenergy.com