The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing AI tech-enabled startup in the nuclear and energy space, pioneering a fleet-scale approach to building the next generation of nuclear reactors. Through our design-once, build-many model, we're accelerating the deployment of safe, reliable, and affordable nuclear energy.
We operate with an AI-first mindset. Every employee is expected to leverage AI, technology, and the Nuclear Operating System (NOS) as integral components of their role to improve the quality, speed, and impact of their work. We expect every team member to continuously identify opportunities to automate workflows, enhance decision-making, improve processes, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of NOS as a strategic operating capability that enables The Nuclear Company to scale with excellence.
We hire people who are driven by purpose, thrive in ambiguity, and are energized by building what has never been built before. Our team combines intellectual curiosity with high agency, embraces candid feedback and continuous learning, and holds themselves and others to exceptional standards. Our values—Transparency, Responsibility, Unity, Scrappiness, and Tenacity—guide how we hire, collaborate, and make decisions every day. They are not words on a wall; they are the standard by which we operate. TRUST is the foundation of our safety culture, fostering intellectual honesty, accountability, and open communication, while our values challenge every team member to execute with urgency, humility, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to our mission.
TNC Services, the services division of The Nuclear Company, supports America's existing nuclear fleet by delivering specialized maintenance, outage execution, technical expertise, and workforce solutions. Built on the 25-year legacy of Powerhouse Resources, TNC Services combines proven operational expertise with The Nuclear Company's vision for the future, helping utilities maximize the reliability of today's nuclear fleet while advancing the next generation of nuclear energy.
About the role
The Nuclear Bolt Technician is responsible for the installation, removal, inspection, and controlled tightening of bolted connections on safety-related and non-safety-related equipment supporting nuclear power generation facilities. This role performs precision bolting, torquing, and tensioning activities on plant systems and components while maintaining compliance with nuclear quality assurance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong safety culture, attention to detail, and experience working in nuclear, industrial maintenance, or construction environments where procedural adherence and quality are critical.
Position Details
- Seasonal / Temporary Outage Assignment
- Location: Oconee Nuclear Station – Oconee, South Carolina Area
- Assignment: Fall Refueling Outage
- Anticipated schedule includes extended work hours, overtime, weekends, and holiday coverage as required
- Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear access authorization and satisfy all site access requirements
Travel & Per Diem Options:
- Full Per Diem: $200/day. Technician is responsible for lodging, transportation, meals, and incidental expenses.
- Expense Reimbursement Option: $68/day per diem plus company-paid/reimbursed lodging, rental car, and approved travel expenses.
Responsibilities
- Perform bolting, torquing, and tensioning of flanges, valves, pumps, heat exchangers, pressure boundary components, and other plant equipment
- Install, remove, inspect, and maintain bolted connections in accordance with engineering specifications and approved procedures
- Operate hydraulic torque wrenches, hydraulic tensioners, and precision measurement equipment
- Verify proper bolt materials, lubricants, gasket selection, torque values, and installation methods prior to assembly
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, maintenance procedures, work packages, and technical specifications
- Perform flange management activities to ensure proper joint integrity and system reliability
- Document completed work activities in accordance with nuclear quality assurance and maintenance requirements
- Support refueling outages, maintenance projects, construction activities, and emergent repair work
- Participate in pre-job briefs, post-job reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain foreign material exclusion (FME) controls and housekeeping standards in assigned work areas
- Follow radiation protection requirements, industrial safety procedures, and plant operational standards
- Support equipment inspections and quality verification activities as required
- Maintain compliance with all site-specific nuclear procedures, regulations, and safety expectations
Experience / Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience performing controlled bolting, torquing, tensioning, mechanical maintenance, or industrial construction activities
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, work instructions, and maintenance procedures
- Experience using hydraulic torque equipment, tensioning systems, and precision measuring instruments
- Strong understanding of procedural compliance and safety culture requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access authorization at nuclear facilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work
- Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated work areas, and radiologically controlled environments
- Ability to stand, climb, kneel, and work extended shifts during outages and maintenance campaigns
Estimated Starting Salary Range
The estimated starting pay rate for this role is approximately ~$55.00 hourly less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company's discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
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