Underwater Bolting Technician

Job Title:

Underwater Bolt Technician

Location:

Lynchburg, Virginia

The Underwater Bolt Technician is responsible for performing precision bolting, inspection, and component replacement activities in the refuel cavity of nuclear power plants. This position requires working in a controlled radioactive environment, supporting tooling deployed underwater, and ensuring all tasks meet nuclear safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

• Support and operate specialized underwater tooling during reactor refueling and maintenance activities.
• Perform bolt replacement, inspection, and related tasks such as baffle bolt replacement, clevis bolt replacement, and flexure replacement
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• Utilize long-handled poles and remote handling equipment to perform precision work at depth.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members and supervisors during underwater operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to Foreign Material Exclusion (FME) zone requirements and radiological safety protocols.
• Monitor and document work activities in accordance with plant procedures and quality programs (NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, or equivalent).
• Safely lift, carry, and position equipment weighing up to 45 lbs. repeatedly.
• Contribute to a strong nuclear safety culture by following all site procedures and reporting any concerns promptly.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school training preferred.
• Experience working with long-handled underwater tools in controlled environments strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with reactor refuel cavity operations and nuclear plant maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of radiological safety, ALARA practices, and FME controls.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to lift and move 45 lbs. repetitively and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Prior experience in baffle bolt replacement, clevis bolt replacement, flexure replacement, spent fuel handling, or BWR IVVI inspections highly desirable.

• Work performed in and around nuclear reactor refuel cavities, in radiological zones, and near spent fuel.
• Requires wearing protective clothing and adherence to strict safety and contamination-control measures.
• Periodic travel and extended work hours during refueling outages.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.