Nuclear Technician - Plant Hatch

NUCLEAR TECHNICIAN – PLANT HATCH JOB SUMMARY Join the Southern Nuclear team at Plant Hatch – a provider of clean, reliable nuclear energy for more than 50 years – located in Baxley, Ga., in Appling County along the Altamaha River. The area offers a rural mix, blending small‑town living with convenient regional access, making it a strong fit for families and young professionals alike. There is affordable living, a strong sense of community and ample access to outdoor recreation, including fishing, kayaking, and golf. Residents benefit from desirable local school systems, family-friendly events, and convenient access to health care, shopping, dining and entertainment with only a short drive to Savannah, Statesboro, and Georgia’s coast. The Nuclear Technician is an entry level position designed to prepare you for career advancement in nuclear power. While other career opportunities may be available to Nuclear Technicians based on certain qualifications such as education and testing, Southern Nuclear is specifically looking for candidates with maintenance–related experience, qualifications and education to fill these vacancies. As a Nuclear Technician at Plant Hatch, you will provide a variety of site support work contributing to the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of the nuclear facility. Responsibilities may include decontamination activities; collection, sorting, segregating and packaging radiological waste; operating machinery and vehicles; minor maintenance activities (plumbing, re-lamping, painting, carpentry, and material handling) and application of coatings, insecticides, and pesticides. Other responsibilities may include emergency response participation and other interior or exterior manual labor or routine tasks, as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS Experience and Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Two-year technical degree and/or maintenance certifications are strongly preferred Three years maintenance-related experience in an industrial setting, three years in an industrial process operations environment, or three years military experience preferred Other Requirements Ability and desire to comprehend nuclear fundamentals and training for career development Valid driver’s license Must be respirator qualifiable Must possess good oral and written communication skills Strong safety awareness and history of adherence to safety practices Work environment may include working in adverse conditions such as inclement weather, hot and cold temperatures, and at elevations Rotational schedules to include overtime, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays Successful qualification on MASS pre-employment assessment Any applicant accepting this position will be required to meet background screening and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Fitness for Duty requirements. Essential Job Functions Applicants should meet the physical requirements of the position, including but not limited to: climbing, lifting, bending, stooping, physical labor, etc. This position is covered by a collective bargaining unit and will pay an hourly rate of $28.297. The union determines seniority which is used to select shift, vacation and holidays. Behavioral Attributes Employees of Southern Company and Southern Nuclear exemplify Southern Company Values, which are actions and behaviors that are modeled in their everyday work-life. Candidates for employment are also expected to exhibit these attributes. What we seek are individuals who exhibit: Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first. Intentional Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. Act with integrity – We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating