Technician Instrument Control (2 openings)

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 an 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.

About the role

Maintain, install, and troubleshoot control circuits and equipment associated with power generation (nuclear power). Maintenance includes routine calibration of level, pressure, temperature, and flow systems. Installation of instrumentation ranges from end-of-life replacements to design changes.

Requirements

• High School/GED or equivalent (Required)
• Associate’s degree in a related instrumentation and control field (science, mathematics, or instrumentation technology) (Preferred). Without a degree, relevant experience may be considered.
• Tech Instrument Control (Journeyman) – minimum of 3 years in the Tech I&C Training Program, On the Job Training, or similar plant experience (Required)
• Texas Driver’s license (Required)

Responsibilities

Instrumentation and Control Technical Duties

• Use tools, training, and experience to maintain instrumentation and control equipment within plant and industry guidelines
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Calibrate and test plant equipment, conduct pre-operational tests, troubleshoot and rework systems, analyze and interpret test results and data
• Review 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 the position

Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and troubleshoot CCTV systems and fiber optics
• Ability to obtain/maintain task certifications and advanced certifications for IC maintenance

Environmental & Physical Requirements

• Ability to don appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the defined role
• Subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting, and/or lifting up to 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 spaces

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.