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Technician, NDE-Ultrasonic (TVAN) B - 518550
Organization: Nuclear Power Group
Department: Inspection Services
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 06/05/2026
Posting Close: 06/14/2026 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
Job Summary
Serves as an NDE Examiner, providing technical and nondestructive inspection expertise and technical direction of work. Assists responsible engineers in planning and conducting NDE examinations for nuclear, fossil/hydro and outside companies and industries, as required.
Analyzes NDE examination data or results and prepares written reports and quality assurance documents attesting to component acceptance or rejection.
Applies knowledge of engineering material properties and NDE techniques, equipment and applications. Utilizes NDE equipment for specific applications. Interprets specifications and procedures with regard to assigned area of responsibility.
Prepares and issues status reports for the scheduling, tracking and reporting of applicable work activities. Interfaces with other organizations, as necessary, to gather information and prepare plans for scheduling NDE activities that meet plant requirements and schedules.
Performs surveillance of work activities of outside inspection agencies and coordinates their work efforts.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide technical direction to other NDE examiners of equal or lower grade as necessary. Directs the technical efforts of outside examination agencies.
Supervision Received
Work assignments are made by the supervisor. NDE tasks are performed from verbal instructions and without supervision.
Skills And Proficiencies (May Be Job Or Organization Specific)
Demonstrated ability to apply logic in performing various NDE techniques and interpret results.
Demonstrated ability to recognize procedural inadequacies and recommend appropriate changes that affect equipment selection and examination coverage as well as technique improvements to meet specified examination parameters.
Demonstrated communication skills; give clear direction, negotiation skills and the ability to confront difficult and adverse situations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and interface with higher levels of management.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent With Classification Standard)
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Shall be a high school graduate or equivalent. Shall have experience in work and specified NDE method with assignments leading to work at the Technician grade. Must meet applicable certification requirements for Level II in the specified test method and two level II certifications in surface examination test methods (MT, PT, VTW, VTI 1,2,3,4) or one additional volumetric discipline. Level I volumetric examination methods (UT, ET, RT) certifications shall be equivalent to Level II surface examination certifications.
Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable. Must be able and willing to assume “on-call” rotational assignments which may include 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week availability. Must be willing and medically able to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime permitted by TVAN procedures during peak periods. Must be able and willing to travel to plant locations as required when performing assigned tasks and, as necessary, to be temporarily assigned to a field location.
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 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . 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
Technician, NDE-Ultrasonic (TVAN) B - 518550
Organization: Nuclear Power Group
Department: Inspection Services
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 06/05/2026
Posting Close: 06/14/2026 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
Job Summary
Serves as an NDE Examiner, providing technical and nondestructive inspection expertise and technical direction of work. Assists responsible engineers in planning and conducting NDE examinations for nuclear, fossil/hydro and outside companies and industries, as required.
Analyzes NDE examination data or results and prepares written reports and quality assurance documents attesting to component acceptance or rejection.
Applies knowledge of engineering material properties and NDE techniques, equipment and applications. Utilizes NDE equipment for specific applications. Interprets specifications and procedures with regard to assigned area of responsibility.
Prepares and issues status reports for the scheduling, tracking and reporting of applicable work activities. Interfaces with other organizations, as necessary, to gather information and prepare plans for scheduling NDE activities that meet plant requirements and schedules.
Performs surveillance of work activities of outside inspection agencies and coordinates their work efforts.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide technical direction to other NDE examiners of equal or lower grade as necessary. Directs the technical efforts of outside examination agencies.
Supervision Received
Work assignments are made by the supervisor. NDE tasks are performed from verbal instructions and without supervision.
Skills And Proficiencies (May Be Job Or Organization Specific)
Demonstrated ability to apply logic in performing various NDE techniques and interpret results.
Demonstrated ability to recognize procedural inadequacies and recommend appropriate changes that affect equipment selection and examination coverage as well as technique improvements to meet specified examination parameters.
Demonstrated communication skills; give clear direction, negotiation skills and the ability to confront difficult and adverse situations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and interface with higher levels of management.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent With Classification Standard)
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Shall be a high school graduate or equivalent. Shall have experience in work and specified NDE method with assignments leading to work at the Technician grade. Must meet applicable certification requirements for Level II in the specified test method and two level II certifications in surface examination test methods (MT, PT, VTW, VTI 1,2,3,4) or one additional volumetric discipline. Level I volumetric examination methods (UT, ET, RT) certifications shall be equivalent to Level II surface examination certifications.
Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable. Must be able and willing to assume “on-call” rotational assignments which may include 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week availability. Must be willing and medically able to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime permitted by TVAN procedures during peak periods. Must be able and willing to travel to plant locations as required when performing assigned tasks and, as necessary, to be temporarily assigned to a field location.
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 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . 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 [email protected]