Job Description
Nuclear Millwright Superintendent
Position Overview
Looking to staff this position to support multiple Nuclear stations in the South and Northeast.
The Nuclear Millwright Superintendent provides leadership, direction, and technical expertise for all millwright operations within a nuclear facility environment. This role is responsible for supervising the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical equipment critical to safe and efficient nuclear plant operations. The superintendent ensures that all work complies with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies, while fostering a strong safety culture and facilitating team development within the nuclear services business.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and coordinate daily activities of nuclear millwright crews, ensuring alignment with project schedules, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Supervise the installation, alignment, maintenance, and repair of turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, and other complex mechanical equipment within a nuclear facility.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to plan and assign work.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to maintain adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines set forth by the NRC, OSHA, and other relevant agencies.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other craft supervisors to support outage work, plant upgrades, and emergency repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and lead troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance evaluations for millwright personnel; foster skills development and team engagement.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, safety incidents, and compliance records.
• Monitor inventory of parts, tools, and equipment; coordinate procurement and logistics as required.
• Participate in project planning meetings and contribute to job cost estimating and schedule development.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or associate degree in mechanical, industrial, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a millwright in industrial or power generation environments, with at least 3 years in nuclear facility operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a supervisor or superintendent capacity.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear industry safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in interpreting technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.
• Understanding of nuclear plant systems, outage protocols, and work clearance processes.
• Valid millwright or mechanical trades certification preferred.
• Current OSHA and radiation worker safety training certifications highly desirable.
Key Skills and Attributes
• Unwavering commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in high-stakes environments.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for managing multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with clients and regulators.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and schedules, particularly during outages or emergency situations.
• Ability to work in radiological environments and comply with all PPE and health monitoring requirements.
• Proficient computer skills (CMMS, MS Office Suite, scheduling software).
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and operating hand and power tools as needed.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, especially during plant outages.
• Comply with all site access, background check, and fitness-for-duty requirements for nuclear facilities.
Meet Your Recruiter
Natalie Kittredge
