Tennessee Valley Authority
Electrician (Nuclear Plant) - 517801
Tennessee Valley Authority, Spring City, Tennessee, United States, 37381
Electrician (Nuclear Plant) – 517801
Organization:
Tennessee Valley Authority
Department:
Electrical Maintenance
Location:
Watts Bar Nuclear Plant, Spring City, TN
Relocation:
Not offered; local candidates preferred
Posting Dates:
Open: 12/29/2025
Close: 01/04/2026 at 11:59 pm EST
Salary:
$110,345
Responsibilities
Performs general and emergency repairs on nuclear plant main and auxiliary electrical equipment, including main generators, exciters, motors, motor controls, circuit breakers, disconnects, switchyards, transformers, switchboards, station lighting, cranes, batteries, relays, telephones, air‑conditioning equipment, and other pertinent plant equipment.
Involves dismantling and assembling equipment, renewing parts, troubleshooting, and adjusting controls, including solid‑state types.
A minor portion of time is spent on infrequent construction duties, preparing job reports, and periodically checking the general operating conditions of electrical equipment.
Qualifications
High school education or equivalent, with several years of experience in maintenance and repair of electrical equipment.
Thorough knowledge of electrical characteristics of plant equipment such as motors, generators, control equipment, oil switches, relays, transformers, batteries, and communication equipment.
Ability to apply this knowledge to appropriate procedures during emergencies and routine maintenance.
Supervision
Direct supervision from a foreman who assigns and checks work.
General supervision from an Assistant Power Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
May direct the work of apprentices, helpers, or laborers assigned to the electrician.
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, or age. TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes in discrimination claims must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action they believe constitutes 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 and related regulations. 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.
How To Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting veteran preference, submit your military documents before the posting close date, including a DD‑214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter (if applicable), and completed form TVA 3595. Submit all documentation each time you apply.
How To Submit Documentation
Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
Email documents to
HRREC@tva.gov
(optional).
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Utilities
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Tennessee Valley Authority
Department:
Electrical Maintenance
Location:
Watts Bar Nuclear Plant, Spring City, TN
Relocation:
Not offered; local candidates preferred
Posting Dates:
Open: 12/29/2025
Close: 01/04/2026 at 11:59 pm EST
Salary:
$110,345
Responsibilities
Performs general and emergency repairs on nuclear plant main and auxiliary electrical equipment, including main generators, exciters, motors, motor controls, circuit breakers, disconnects, switchyards, transformers, switchboards, station lighting, cranes, batteries, relays, telephones, air‑conditioning equipment, and other pertinent plant equipment.
Involves dismantling and assembling equipment, renewing parts, troubleshooting, and adjusting controls, including solid‑state types.
A minor portion of time is spent on infrequent construction duties, preparing job reports, and periodically checking the general operating conditions of electrical equipment.
Qualifications
High school education or equivalent, with several years of experience in maintenance and repair of electrical equipment.
Thorough knowledge of electrical characteristics of plant equipment such as motors, generators, control equipment, oil switches, relays, transformers, batteries, and communication equipment.
Ability to apply this knowledge to appropriate procedures during emergencies and routine maintenance.
Supervision
Direct supervision from a foreman who assigns and checks work.
General supervision from an Assistant Power Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
May direct the work of apprentices, helpers, or laborers assigned to the electrician.
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, or age. TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes in discrimination claims must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action they believe constitutes 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 and related regulations. 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.
How To Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting veteran preference, submit your military documents before the posting close date, including a DD‑214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter (if applicable), and completed form TVA 3595. Submit all documentation each time you apply.
How To Submit Documentation
Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
Email documents to
HRREC@tva.gov
(optional).
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Utilities
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