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Nuclear Outage Hiring Event | Eastern Kentucky Talent Network

April 28 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Free

Step Into High-Paying Skilled Trades Careers

Connect to energy, manufacturing, and travel-based jobs at this Eastern Kentucky hiring event

Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM ET
Location:
Tech Drive Campus
902 Technology Dr, Grayson, KY

Virtual interviews available for qualified candidates across Eastern Kentucky

Skip the line and join the Eastern Kentucky Talent Network today to claim your interview spot!

What This Is

This is not a typical job fair.

This hiring event is designed to connect you directly with employers who are actively hiring for high-demand roles in:

  • Energy and power generation
  • Manufacturing and industrial environments
  • Skilled trades and technical work

Many of these opportunities are tied to nuclear outage work through WECTEC, a subsidiary of Westinghouse and a partner supporting projects across the country.

These are roles built around a different model:
You travel for work, earn strong wages, and return home between assignments.

Why This Opportunity Matters

If you’ve ever felt stuck choosing between low local wages or leaving Eastern Kentucky entirely, this is a different path.

These opportunities are designed to give you more:

  • Higher pay than many traditional local roles
  • Per diem and travel support while you’re on the job
  • The ability to work across the country without relocating permanently
  • Time at home between assignments

For many workers, this means earning more in a shorter amount of time—while still living where they want to live.

This Is Already Happening

This is not a new idea.

More than 40 Eastern Kentuckians are already working in nuclear outage roles across the country—traveling for high-paying work and bringing that income back home.

They are:

  • Building specialized, in-demand skills
  • Increasing their earning potential
  • Creating flexibility in how and when they work

You could be next.

How It Works

This type of work follows a simple structure:

Travel to a job site for a set period
You take on a project with a clear start and end date, often with travel support included.

Perform high-value technical work
You apply your skills in environments where your work matters—and where it pays more.

Return home between assignments
When the job is complete, you come home with time between projects.

Why Join the EKY Talent Network First

Not everyone at this event will get an interview.

A limited number of interview slots are available, and priority is given to candidates who are part of the EKY Talent Network.

When you join, you get:

Priority access to interviews

  • A one-on-one assessment with our team
  • Direct connection to employers
  • Access to future hiring events
  • 24/7 job opportunities through the EKY Job Board

This is not just a job board.
It’s a team working with you to find your next opportunity.

How to Get to the Front of the Line

If you want the best chance at an interview, start here:

Step 1: Complete the form
Tell us about your background

Step 2: Upload your resume
Show your experience and skills

Step 3: One-on-one assessment
Meet with our team

Step 4: Lock in your interview
If qualified, get scheduled in advance

Important:
Walk-ins are welcome, but interviews are not guaranteed.

Who Should Apply

This event is for individuals who:

  • Have experience in skilled trades, manufacturing, or industrial work
  • Have mechanical or electrical skills
  • Are open to travel-based work
  • Want to increase their income and career opportunities

This Is Already Happening. Take the First Step.

More than 40 people from Eastern Kentucky are already doing this work.

Now it’s your opportunity to be next.

Apply now. Get assessed. Lock in your interview.

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