Combustion Turbine Technician

CAMS - Texas; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

LTD

STD

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

CT Jets in Connecticut is seeking a Combustion Turbine Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation and maintenance of turbine units and balance-of-plant systems. The role supports daily operations, inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance execution, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced energy site.

You will work with plant leadership, contractors, and CAMS teams, performing rounds, on-call duties, and contributing to safety and environmental standards across sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in power generation operations and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with combustion turbines (FT4 P&W, GE, Siemens, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of DCS/SCADA, PLC diagnostics, and plant control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Familiarity with plant historians, trending, and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Ability to qualify and maintain qualifications as a control room and roving operator.
• Ability to perform and document work in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds, inspections, and surveillance of combustion turbines, fuel systems, auxiliary equipment, and balance-of-plant systems.
• Operate combustion turbines and supporting systems in accordance with operating procedures, permits, and ISO-NE dispatch requirements.
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls disciplines based on training and experience.
• Assist with troubleshooting of gas turbine, electrical, and control system issues to minimize forced outages.
• Must be able to work independently or with little supervision.
• Must be able to participate in on-call rotation and respond to call out events.
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, CT DEEP, NPDES, and air permit requirements.

Skills

Combustion turbines

DCS/SCADA

PLC diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

On-call rotation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The CT Jets is an aggregate of 163 MW aero-derivative gas turbine engines located on 4 sites. The Combustion Turbine Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation and maintenance of combustion turbine units and balance-of-plant systems.

This role supports daily operations, inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance execution, and regulatory compliance. The technician works closely with plant leadership, contractors, and CAMS support teams to ensure optimal performance while maintaining the highest safety and environmental standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

• Perform daily rounds, inspections, and surveillance of combustion turbines, fuel systems, auxiliary equipment, and balance-of-plant systems
• Operate combustion turbines and supporting systems in accordance with operating procedures, permits, and ISO-NE dispatch requirements
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls disciplines based on training and experience
• Assist with troubleshooting of gas turbine, electrical, and control system issues to minimize forced outages
• Must be able to work independently or with little supervision
• Must be able to participate in on-call rotation and respond to call out events

Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, CT DEEP, NPDES, and air permit requirements
• Participate in plant safety programs, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and hazard recognition activities
• Safely handle and document work involving hazardous materials, fuels, and chemicals
• Support environmental inspections, audits, and reporting requirements

Plant Programs & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in developing and maintaining operating and maintenance procedures
• Support profit and performance improvement initiatives
• Provide input to annual plant budgets, training plans, and maintenance strategies
• Support predictive maintenance activities, equipment trending, and plant historian data review

Contractor & Outage Support

• Assist in the selection, coordination, and oversight of contractors supporting:
• Combustion turbine maintenance
• Electrical and I&C work
• Fuel system services
• HVAC, welding, and specialty services
• Support planned and forced outages, including extended hours as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of experience in power generation operations and maintenance or comparable industrial process operations
• Hands-on experience with combustion turbines (FT4 P&W, GE, Siemens, or equivalent preferred)
• Working knowledge of DCS/SCADA systems, PLC diagnostics, and plant control systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems
• Familiarity with plant historians, trending, and predictive maintenance technologies
• Ability to qualify and maintain qualifications as a control room and roving operator
• Ability to perform and document work in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with fossil fuel power plants
• Prior experience in ISO-NE–dispatched facilities
• Familiarity with Connecticut environmental and operating requirements

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
• Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities include walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

$45.67 - $53.80 an hour

Applicants must possess avalid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires frequent travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.