Head Area Maintenance Technician
Soddy Daisy, TN, US, 37379
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
Opportunity Overview: Head area Maintenance Technician - 6-month contract role
The Head Area Maintenance Technician provides basic engineering field service support required to install, test, start up and maintain nuclear system equipment and components. Training will take place in 1/2026 with work assignments to follow.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Perform service center support responsibilities including service equipment maintenance and check out, equipment and facility decontamination, equipment packing and unpacking, shipment preparations, material handling and calibration activities. Review operational and maintenance procedures and drawings in detail.
- Provide support to product engineering and training by performing activities such as equipment modifications, equipment set up and testing, mock-up preparation, process testing and equipment and process qualifications. Document equipment performance issues during field implementation, and ensure corrective actions are complete before next scheduled one
- Participate in performance-based training programs to acquire and maintain certifications and keep current with Technology.
- Participate in safety training to acquire the knowledge required to perform work in hazardous environments and operate safety equipment and systems.
- Learn, understand and practice Human Performance Tools, INPO Principals, Industrial Health & Safety, and ALARA principals, specific security requirements, and the importance of observing both Westinghouse and customer license requirements. Participation and contribution of observations in the shop. Acquire, comprehend and apply Nuclear Culture Safety requirements.
- Operate and maintain and troubleshoot field service equipment at customer sites, including cleaning processes, non-destructive examination (NDE) technology, robotic systems and computer networks
- Perform all assigned tasks with manager support, with a high degree of quality, and within the parameters of qualified procedures and guidelines. Maintain a detailed approach and document all quality related issues.
- Develop, promote and exercise team-building skills with peers, supervisors, contactors, customers and other departments. Demonstrate good customer sensitivity and skills. Develop and maintain a focus on resolving problems.
- You will participate in extensive travel, maintenance of “Unescorted Access” status, and working with hazardous materials
Who You Are:
- Post high school degree/certificate or equivalent in experience.
- 1 or more years of experience with demonstrated evidence of mechanical and/or electronic aptitude and skill, ideally in the nuclear industry. General knowledge of nuclear power plant operations, maintenance, and inspections.
- Specific knowledge and training in electrical, electronic, or mechanical curriculum, as well as knowledge of mathematics.
- Apprentice in predetermined qualification or certification program
Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $30.00/hour to $35.00/hour.
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
Nearest Major Market: Chattanooga
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