RST-new here

[kruz]

I have been lurking for a few days and have yet to read anything abut new RST's..am I in the wrong place? I gotta admit, I sure have gained some very useful knowledge..but wanted to find something more job related..if anyone can guide me in the correct direction I would sure appreciate it!

[Rennhack]

RST could mean anything.

[kruz]

Reactor Service Tech...more definitvely remote camera operations for inspections.
Hope that helps!

[fueldryer]

So what direction do you want to go in? There are many in the RCT field.

[fueldryer]

So what direction do you want to go in? There are many in the RCT field.

Correction RST field.

[kruz]

Just looking for info in that field and maybe someone who is performing that type job.

[fueldryer]

Well, I've been an "Reactor Services Tech." for 18 years now.Done everything from reactor disassembly/reassembly,fuel movement,fuel inspection,recon,reactor CET mods,quick-lok mods,etc...Also did some dry fuel storage gigs(in various capacities.Done valve work too.There's a s**t load of jobs for a RST.There's still a few companys out there.

[kruz]

the position I was offers was IVVI...just wondering if I start at level 1-T what my possibilities are for advancement. Just be nice to talk to someone who has been there/done that!

[vikingfan]

    I too have been involved in various activities from disasembly,reasembly IVVI,to moving fuel, component mods and upgrades and also doing core shroud inspections. your work can take you to plants all across the united states,to taiwan,japan and switzerland to name a few of the countries. as far as advancement you will start as a rst mainly being a camera handler after xxx amount of hours doing IVVI support you may advance to a level II after completing a 2 week course given by employer such as areva or GE ect. hope this helps you.

[kruz]

Viking Fan- you have answered many of my questions. Thanks so much for your response.
I would like to ask a few other questions, is it OK to post an e-mail address on this site? 

[vikingfan]

you can email me at vikngfn1@netzero.com

[kruz]

Just sent you an e-mail! Hope you get it!