He shouldn't have any trouble le finding employment. Most any company that has a steam plant/boiler should want him if he's got any experience. Where exactly are y'all located?
Most places are that way now. Southern co would be a good place to start. If he's into maintenance then Coastal Energy is out that way. Should keep in busy.
I'm guessing he is a Navy nuke. I currently work at Catawba nuclear station as an operator. His best bet is applying directly through the utility. Duke Energy will start putting out postings for their plants around the end of the year. I have a friend at VC Summer with the new units so I can ask if they are going to put out any postings anytime. He really should have an issue finding a job.