What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boilermaker Coal Plant position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
Job ID: 517737
Location: CUMBERLAND CITY, TN
Regular/Temporary: Regular
External - Posting Description
Boilermaker Coal Plant
Organization: Generation
Department: Cumberland Fossil Maintenance
Work Location: Cumberland Fossil Plant
Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 10/17/2025
Posting Close: 10/23/2025 11:59 PM EST
Salary: $105,390.00
Duties:
Major duties will involve general maintenance repairs to boilers, soot blowers, drums, tubes, ash – and coal-handling equipment, pulverizers, ducts and breeching, tanks, air preheaters, coal bunkers, burners, heaters, evaporators, etc.
A portion of the time will be spent in burning and welding on above-mentioned equipment and other minor jobs.
A minor portion of the time will be spent in connection with infrequent construction work, making up of necessary job reports, and periodical checking of general operating conditions of mechanical equipment.
As assigned, the incumbent may direct the work of one or more apprentice boilermakers.
May be assigned and will perform other work they are certified/qualified to perform.
Qualifications:
This position requires some independent responsibility in determining the conditions of boiler equipment as related to overstressing materials subjected to pressure and temperature. Must be capable of performing duties in such a manner as to meet the approval of supervisors. Must have been actively engaged in and responsible for similar to work for a period of four or more years.
Must be certified as possessing boilermaker craft journeyman level skills. This certification for Level II is established by successful completion of Phases 1-4 of Appendices 10 or 11 of the JTP; or through successful completion of a TVA-recognized, DOL-approved craft journeyman boilermaker apprenticeship program.
High school education or equivalent.
May be required to satisfactorily demonstrate their aptitude and ability to perform the job through a welding test, if applicable, prior to being selected.
Must be able to work various schedules and overtime as needed.
Must meet the physical and medical requirements of the job.
Must perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and abide by all safety rules and regulatory requirements.
Supervision Received:
Under the direction of a foreman and the indirect supervision by first line supervisor.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How to Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How to Submit Documentation:
Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
Email documents to
More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at . If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email .
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
