Assistant Nuclear Mechanic

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Under close supervision is responsible for successfully completing the training and qualification program, to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to be a useful employee. In addition, the apprentice will be assigned progressively more demanding tasks as the level of knowledge and experience increases.

Skilled work requires that the individual be qualified in the related field, or be closely supervised by a Qualified Journeyman or above.

The Apprentice performs any maintenance repair work assigned in all work areas involving Maintenance activities in accordance with the Station Operating License, Technical Specifications, Operating Procedures, QA/QC Procedures, and Maintenance Department Procedures; performs such duties and responsibilities as:

1. Performing work independently in Journeyman skill areas, when qualified in accordance with Davis-Besse Training Program for Mechanical Maintenance;

2. Performing work in Journeyman skill areas, under the direct supervision of a qualified individual, when the individual has not yet completed qualifications;

3. Assisting a qualified individual in performing maintenance in skill areas;

4. Assisting, as assigned, in the response to any Station Emergency;

5. Assisting in the development, correction, and validation of Station Procedures and Tests;

6. Interpreting work orders, drawings, sketches, blueprints, etc.;

7. Properly preparing records used in connection with the work;

8. Reporting abnormal conditions observed, such as: abnormal operating conditions, safety conditions, and security violations;

9. Using hand tools to prepare, fabricate, and otherwise repair mechanical components structural components;

10. Ensuring that the work area and equipment are in good order and cleaned up after completion of work;

11. Following safe work practices and adhering to all Station and Company procedures for Industrial and Radiation Safety;

12. Maintaining proficiency as a Nuclear Apprentice Mechanic by meeting the established requalifications and continuing training requirements;

13. Completing the Nuclear Journeyman Mechanic Qualification within four years of initial hire to Nuclear Apprentice Mechanical;

14. Complying with the applicable Station Procedures in the performance of the Duties; and

15. Performing other responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must meet the Company's requirements as to General Qualifications and, in addition:

1. Prior experience is not an absolute requirement; however, prior related experience will be considered when comparing applicants;

2. Must be a graduate of an accredited High School or have a GED;

3. Must pass and stay current in training;

4. Must have the ability to receive, interpret and act on orders and instruction in a manner that will obtain safe and satisfactory work results;

5. Must be able to properly use mechanical tools and precision instruments in the conduct of maintenance;

6. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;

7. Must be capable of performing strenuous work in confined areas, where required;

8. Must have good manual dexterity, normal color perception and vision correctable to 20/30;

9. Must have a cooperative temperament and be able to work effectively with peers and management while under pressure; and

10. Must successfully complete, or have successfully completed, Edison Electric Institute (EEI) MASS testing.

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