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MOV Technician

Westinghouse Electric·Piedmont, SC·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Short-term contract MOV technician role supporting Westinghouse's nuclear operations. Install, repair, and maintain motor-operated valves and control devices at nuclear facilities. 40–72 hours per week, 100% travel for 4–6 week assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, replace, and conduct post-maintenance functional testing, diagnostics, and calibration of motor-operated valves (MOVs) and control devices
  • Test and calibrate instrumentation; inspect, troubleshoot, and perform leak testing, valve adjustments, and alignment checks using appropriate gauges and tools
  • Support field troubleshooting, emergency repairs, and continuous improvement plans
  • Complete work orders with accurate documentation of tasks and daily field activity logs
  • Ensure safety of self and team; follow lockout/tag out requirements and use appropriate PPE (respirators, fall protection, safety glasses, hard hats)
  • Perform tasks in confined spaces, high-temperature areas, and elevated heights
  • Report to On-Site Manager and comply with Quality, Radiological, Human Performance, and nuclear program norms

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years hands-on experience in general valve maintenance and MOV/actuator valve maintenance
  • Mechanical and electrical experience; ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
  • U.S. Navy nuclear background or equivalent training in reactor maintenance or operations
  • Proficiency with basic hand tools, electrical instruments, and diagnostic tools
  • Satisfactory performance rating from previous work
  • Pass all pre-employment and employment screening: practical/written skills assessments, medical, psychological, background, and substance abuse screenings
  • Ability to maintain focus for extended periods and read/write complex documents in English
  • Willingness to work overtime, shifts, weekends, and holidays

Desired

  • Vocational or technical training; EPRI qualifications

Location

100% travel required; 4–6 week assignments; 40–72 hours per week; work in confined spaces, high-temperature areas, and elevated heights; shifts, weekends, and holidays required.

Job details

FieldMaintenance
Salary$45/hr
LocationPiedmont, SC
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

MOVLockout/tagoutCalibration

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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