instrument Technician Apprentice
Hopkins, SC, US, 29061
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, 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.
About the role:
As an Instrument Technician Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to learn the skills required of an Instrument Technician 1. As such, the Apprentice works with and under qualified IT2s, IT3s, and I&C Team Manager. The Apprentice will provide calibration, troubleshooting, repair, project implementation, audio visual, electronic, and computer hardware support. This support will be provided only under the direct supervision of IT2s and/or IT3s and/or the I&C Team Manager (or designee). The Apprentice will experience periodic evaluations.
You will report to the Plant Instrument Team Manager and be located at Columbia, SC. You will support this role 100% onsite.
Key Responsibilities:
- Help with all assigned tasks, including installation, calibration, demolition, programming, troubleshooting, and repairing of equipment and projects.
- Use Human Performance Tools and Nuclear Safety Culture traits to support the Maintenance Department's safety, quality, delivery, and people Goals, as provided in the assigned PFP goals. Detail of job responsibilities you will assist with are as follows:
- Calibrate electronic and pneumatic instruments including three mode controllers observing established industrial procedures.
- Troubleshoot and repair electronic and pneumatic instruments and process control loops.
- Repair malfunctions on a variety of industrial instruments. These instruments include analytical, electronic, and pneumatic devices such as pressure and temperature recorders, timers, spectrometers, potentiometers, and machine control circuits. Additionally, they include gas chromatographs, lasers, and selective ion monitoring instruments.
- Install and set up new or modified equipment as designated.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on instrumentation as part of the general maintenance program.
- Keep equipment and work area clean and in orderly condition.
- Follow accountability, criticality, safety, security and hygiene procedures.
- Must maintain knowledge of current and updated test equipment and processes.
- Record written and computerized documenting: Calibrations PMs Repairs Replacements Personal exposure
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Enrolled in school to acquire A.A.S. degree in Instrumentation with Electronics Technology, or equivalent.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The hourly pay range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $27.55 per hour.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
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