• Electrician (Nuclear Plant)

    Tennessee Valley Authority (Decatur, AL)


    Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517790

     

    Job ID:517790Location:DECATUR, ALRegular/Temporary:Regular

     

    External - Posting Description

     

    Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517790

     

    Organization: TVA Nuclear

     

    Department: Electrical Maintenance

     

    Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position. Local candidates may be preferred.

     

    Posting Open: 12/29/2025

     

    Posting Close: 01/04/2026 at 11:59 pm EST

     

    Salary: $110,345

    Job 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.

     

    Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard)

     

    Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements

     

    Successful completion of a TVA-recognized, Department of Labor-approved craft journeyman apprenticeship program, or the equivalent education, training, and experience. 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.

     

    Supervisory Responsibility

     

    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 7 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] .