Program Administrator, Instrumentation B - 518183
Program Administrator, Instrumentation B - 518183
Job ID:518183Location:Norris, TNRegular/Temporary:Regular
External - Posting Description
Program Administrator, Instrumentation B - 518183
Organization: Generation
Department: Field Testing
Work Location: Norris Lab
Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 2/12/2026
Posting Close: 2/26/2026 11:59 PM EST
Grade / Salary: Competitive
Job Summary
+ Plans and coordinates, in a non-supervisory capacity, the underground utility locating business for IES by utilizing various underground utility locating and associated technologies such as ground-penetrating radars, radio detection locators, global positioning systems, etc.
+ Additionally, works on or leads other instrumentation and measurement projects related to dissolved oxygen or air injections systems, surface water pumps, aeration weirs, as well as dissolved oxygen and other water quality parameter measurements.
+ Interfaces with customers, plans, schedules and performs work.
+ Solicits customer feedback, develops corrective actions where necessary, grows and develops the business to maximize value to TVA.
+ Schedules, analyzes, prepares, and revises project plans and specifications.
+ Prepares reports and procedures to document results.
Supervision Received
Supervision and guidance are provided by the manager or supervisor and are generally limited to overall objectives, general guidelines and policy, and work priorities. The incumbent plans and executes the work with minimal supervision.
Skills and Proficiencies
Demonstrated working knowledge of scientific practices, procedures and documentation processes. Demonstrated business and project skills: planning, scheduling, budget development, business development and customer relations.
Must have excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills. Detailed knowledge of underground utility locating and associated technologies (ground-penetrating radar, radio detection locators, global positioning system, etc.).
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Must have satisfactorily completed an Associate Degree in Electronics Technology or other scientific field or have equivalent combination of training, experience, etc.
Working knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) is desirable.
A thorough working knowledge of water quality and flow measurement and geophysical underground locating techniques and technologies is required.
Must have thorough working knowledge with personal computers used in data acquisition and data analysis.
Familiarity with operation and troubleshooting of water quality and flow monitoring devices (such as Hydrolabs, ISCOs and other devices) is required.
Must be familiar with Excel or other spreadsheet software used in data analysis and graphic presentation.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
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]
More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .
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