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FHE Field Service Technician III

Westinghouse Electric·Shoreview·Posted yesterday
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Westinghouse Field Service Technician III specializing in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of nuclear fuel handling equipment and outage-critical crane systems at operating nuclear power plants worldwide. Requires Unescorted Access status and hands-on technical expertise with mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems in safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

  • Install, set up, maintain, inspect, calibrate, and troubleshoot fuel handling and outage-critical crane equipment at customer nuclear sites
  • Review operational/maintenance procedures and technical drawings; perform equipment modifications, testing, and process qualifications under engineering guidance
  • Accurately document equipment performance issues and verify corrective actions prior to operational use
  • Maintain Unescorted Access status and comply with all nuclear power plant security and fitness-for-duty programs
  • Report field progress, changes, problems, and corrective actions to service supervisor daily
  • Participate in continuous training to maintain certifications and stay current with procedures and technology
  • Work safely with hazardous materials in compliance with all safety protocols

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent plus 2-year post-secondary degree/certificate (or equivalent experience); 2–5 years related experience demonstrating mechanical, electrical, and PLC aptitude; ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally and sustain full range of motion (reach, climb, kneel, squat, grasp, bend, sit, stand) for minimum 4 hours/day; must pass Westinghouse physical including spirometer test for respirator use; subject to security clearance, Unescorted Access, and fitness-for-duty program requirements.

Desired

Nuclear industry experience preferred.

Location

Remote (anywhere in United States) with 60–70% travel required. Projects typically 2–4 weeks; Spring/Fall may require 2–3 months continuous travel. Physical demands include standing/working 4+ hours daily and working with hazardous materials.

Job details

FieldMaintenance
LocationShoreview
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJun 2026

Skills & tools

FUEL HANDLING EQUIPMENTCRANE MAINTENANCEPLC SYSTEMSMECHANICAL TROUBLESHOOTINGELECTRICAL SYSTEMSUNESCORTED ACCESS

About the company

Westinghouse Electric

The world's leading nuclear energy company, supplying nuclear fuel, plant design, engineering and plant services to utilities worldwide. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA.

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