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STP Nuclear Operating Company

Technician Instrument Control (2 openings)

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An Instrumentation Technician carries out planned or unplanned maintenance and repair activities on a wide range of electronic equipment and process control and safety systems.

$74,602 / year median in Texas

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

The South Texas Project Electric Generating Station is one of the newest and largest nuclear power facilities in the nation. STP's two units produce 2,700 megawatts of carbon-free electricity - providing clean energy to two million Texas homes. Through our uncompromising commitment to nuclear safety and continuous focus on improving plant operations, STP has emerged as an industry leader. Our 1,200 employees maintain an ongoing commitment to the safe and reliable operation of the facility. The company's culture and core values focus on safety, integrity, teamwork and excellence. SUMMARY Maintain, install and troubleshoot control circuits and equipment associated with power generation (nuclear power). Maintenance includes routing calibration of level, pressures, temperatures, and flow systems. Installation of instrumentation ranges from end-of-life replacements to design changes.
EDUCATION
High School/GED or equivalent (Required). Associates degree in related instrumentation and control field (science, mathematics, or instrumentation technology) (Preferred) Without a degree, relevant experience may be considered.
EXPERIENCE
Tech Instrument Control (Journeyman) - minimum of 3 years in the Tech I&C Training Program, On the Job Training, or similar plant experience. (Required).
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS
Texas Driver's license (Required)
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL TECHNICAL DUTIES
Uses tools, training and experience to maintain instrumentation and control equipment within plant and industry guidelines. Reads and interprets electrical drawings and schematics. Calibrates and tests plant equipment, conducts pre-operational test, troubleshoots and reworks system, analyzes and interprets test results and data. Reviews work package procedures, drawings and vendor manuals for accuracy and completeness. Use and interpret a Digital Multi Meter (DMM)
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Accept ERO position as needed. Accept outage position as needed. Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access. Successfully complete General Employee Training (GET) as required for position.
SPECIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to interpret and troubleshoot CCTV system and fiber optics. Ability to obtain/maintain task certifications and advanced certifications for IC maintenance.
ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Environmental and physical requirements require the ability to don appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the defined role; subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and/or lifting up 50+ lbs; ascending/descending stairs; ascending, descending, traversing ladders, scaffolds, stairs; working in confined spaces; moving safely over uneven or slippery terrain; working in proximity to loud equipment and possible inclement weather/temperature conditions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed. Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. Travel may be required. May be required to carry a phone. Working environment consists of both outside and inside work, in both extreme heat and cold, in radiological areas, and in confined space.
WORK LOCATION
Due to the nature of the work, this position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site Posting closes - August 31. 2026 STP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in all matters relating to employment throughout the organization. STP will make every good faith effort to meet or exceed its affirmative action goals and commitments. We thank all individuals for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE:
In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date.