Mechanical Maintenance Foreman

Talen Energy·Berwick, PA·Posted today

Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Lead mechanical maintenance operations at Susquehanna Steam Electric Station, a 2,700 MW dual-unit boiling water reactor facility near Berwick, Pennsylvania. Direct crew work, enforce nuclear safety standards, and oversee troubleshooting and equipment maintenance across the plant. Maintain emergency response qualifications and ensure compliance with Nuclear Department protocols.

Responsibilities

—Layout and implement strategies to complete work assignments per scheduled times
—Direct and supervise maintenance work performed in the plant, labs, and shops
—Help crew members develop work-related skills and perform task evaluations for worker certification
—Answer technical work-related questions to the crew
—Develop troubleshooting plans and direct troubleshooting activities for equipment problems to pinpoint exact issues
—Enforce Nuclear Department goals and expectations with crew members
—Provide feedback to Planning on more efficient or cost-effective work methods
—Motivate crew while performing tasks with open mind and positive attitude
—Maintain qualifications to respond and lead during plant upset conditions within the Nuclear Emergency Response Organization

Qualifications

—High School Diploma or Equivalent
—Minimum 5 years' experience in a nuclear power plant maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing equipment typical to nuclear generating stations

Desired

—Good knowledge of power plant systems
—Good technical ability on most plant equipment
—Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and correct direct reports and peers
—Task certified on equipment being reworked
—Energy Control Process certified
—Emergency Plan Position certified