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AOV Senior Tester

Westinghouse Electric Company

Piedmont, SCContract / Temporary$60–70/hrPosted 2w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$60–70/hr
Location
Piedmont, SC
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The AOV Senior Tester performs testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Air-Operated Valves in field assignments. The role involves 100% travel and short-term contract assignments of 4 to 6 weeks, with workweeks ranging from 40 to 72 hours. Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of hands-on diagnostic testing and AOV/actuator valve maintenance experience, and mechanical and electrical experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Diagnostic Testing, requiredAOV Maintenance, requiredActuator Valve Maintenance, requiredMechanical Experience, requiredElectrical Experience, requiredBlueprint Reading, requiredSchematic Reading, requiredTechnical Documentation, requiredHand Tools, requiredElectrical Instruments, requiredDiagnostic Tools, requiredElectrical Safety, requiredMechanical Safety, requiredClimbing, requiredLifting, requiredProlonged Standing, requiredBending, requiredVisual Acuity, requiredBalance, requiredManual Dexterity, requiredHearing, requiredEnglish Reading and Writing, required

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent, requiredVocational or Technical Training, nice to haveEPRI Qualifications, nice to have5 Years AOV Maintenance Experience, requiredU.S. Navy Nuclear Background or Equivalent Reactor Training, nice to haveSatisfactory Previous Work Rating, requiredPre-Employment Screening, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Opportunity Overview:

AOV Senior Tester

100% Travel

Contract, short-term, 4 to 6 weeks, ranging 40-72 hours per week

Contractors may be offered more than one short-term assignment

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Report to the On-Site Manager.

  • Perform functional and post-maintenance diagnostic testing, corrective and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Air-Operated Valves (AOVs).

  • Ensure AOV performance meets prescribed design and vendor specifications, including seating force, stroke length, and position control.

  • 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 and prevent damage to plant equipment.

  • Follow Quality standards and procedural guidelines set by the customer.

  • Comply with work hour requirements and observe Quality, Radiological, Human Performance, and other nuclear program norms.

  • Use appropriate PPE, including respirators, fall protection, safety glasses, and hard hats.

  • Follow lockout/tag out requirements.

  • Perform tasks in confined spaces, high-temperature areas, and elevated heights.

  • Physical demands include tasks such as climbing, lifting (up to 100 lbs.), prolonged standing, bending, visual acuity, balance, manual dexterity, and hearing.

  • Maintain focus for extended periods and read/write complex documents in English.

  • Willingness to work overtime, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Who You Are:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • Vocational, technical training or EPRI qualifications.

  • Five (5) years of hands-on experience in diagnostic testing and AOV/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.

  • Satisfactory performance rating from previous work (based on client and contractor feedback).

  • Proficiency in using basic hand tools, electrical instruments, diagnostic tools, and conducting maintenance following OSHA or client requirements for electrical and mechanical safety.

  • Complete and pass all pre-employment and employment screening requirements, which may include practical and written skills assessments, computer-based training, medical, psychological, background, and substance abuse screenings.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

  • 401(k) Savings Plan

  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $60.00/hour to $70.00/hour.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn

CODE: NW

CODE: RT Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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