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Air-Operated Valve Reliability Analyst (Nuclear)

Westinghouse Electric - USA
Surry, VA Other
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
Turn your AOV expertise into impact—on the road, in the field, at nuclear facilities

WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, partners with nuclear sites to ensure reliable, safe operations. We’re seeking an Air-Operated Valve Reliability Analyst who thrives in fieldwork, diagnostics, and meticulous documentation.

Role Highlights
  • 100% travel
  • Short-term contract: ~4–6 weeks
  • 40–72 hours/week
  • Potential for multiple short-term assignments
Is this you?
  • Do you bring 3 years in the nuclear industry working on AOV/actuator and General Valve maintenance and diagnostic testing?
  • Can you interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation with confidence?
  • Have you trained through EPRI, technical/vocational programs, or gained a U.S. Navy nuclear background (or equivalent reactor ops/maintenance training)?
  • Are you known for strong performance ratings from clients and supervisors?
  • Do you work safely with hand tools, electrical instruments, and diagnostic equipment, following OSHA or client electrical/mechanical safety rules?
  • Are you ready for overtime, shift work, weekends, and holidays when needed?
  • 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.
What you’ll do
  • Report to the On-Site Manager and serve as a field resource for all AOV maintenance activities.
  • Perform and evaluate functional post-maintenance tests, diagnostics, troubleshooting, corrective and preventive maintenance on various AOV types/sizes.
  • Analyze test data and recommend precise repairs to achieve first-time quality.
  • Execute tasks per work orders and document steps with accuracy; review documentation for completeness.
  • Conduct diagnostic testing to customer specifications and within contractor/customer procedures.
  • Meet mechanical safety clearance requirements and protect plant equipment at all times.
  • Use human performance tools (e.g., 2-minute rule, ALARA) and complete required site/contractor training.
  • Pitch in on additional duties within your capabilities as directed by management.
Safety promise

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!

Pay and benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits:

  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Pay transparency: The base salary range for this position, depending on experience, qualifications, and skills, is estimated at $80.00/hour to $90.00/hour.

About WECTEC

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused staffing solutions—ranging from high-volume programs to niche technical roles—supporting international contracts in 5 countries. Learn more at www.wectecstaffing.com.

Apply and connect

Submit your application and explore openings at careers.westinghousenuclear.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Salary : $80 - $90

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