Combustion Turbine Technician

Nrg Bluewater Wind; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 74,665 - 111,998; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Energy is seeking an Operation and Maintenance Technician, Control Room Operator to be based in Wallingford, CT. The role involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting gas turbines, generators, demineralizers, pumps, and related equipment on a 12-hour rotating shift.

You will monitor, record data, and ensure safety/regulatory compliance across the facility. Required experience includes 2–4 years in a power plant environment, HS diploma (AA preferred), and strong

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all facets of power plant operations.
• Ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
• Capability to write operating procedures and records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a simple cycle generating facility and related equipment.
• Make operating decisions based on procedures, safety rules, and plant data.
• Follow regulatory procedures and environmental permits.
• Inspect, maintain, and calibrate plant equipment and meters.
• Coordinate with vendors for repairs and part replacements.
• Assist with training and development programs for operators.
• Participate in outage planning and scheduling.

Skills

Power plant operations

Emergency decisions

Procedures writing

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

PI trends analysis

Reading drawings & P&ID

Troubleshooting mechanical equipment

Water chemistry

Power tools operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Ethos Energy is currently recruiting for an Operation and Maintenance Technician, Control Room Operator to be based in Wallingford, CT. The power plant has 7 GE LM 6000 combustion turbines in simple cycle formation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of the power facility while assigned on shift, including operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment such as gas turbines, generators, air compressors, demineralizer trailers, motors, pumps, fire suppression systems and all other balance of plant auxiliary equipment. Strict adherence to all safety and environmental rules and regulations is required to protect employees, contractors, and public safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a simple cycle generating facility and all associated auxiliary and support equipment with minimal guidance or assistance.
• Make operating decisions based on plant procedures, safety and environmental rules, regulation, policies, and procedures, using good judgment based on operating data.
• Read, understand and comply with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs; follow all plant environmental permits.
• Operate demineralizers, compressors, and turbine components.
• Perform inspection of watch on each system within the plant.
• Maintain equipment by tightening fittings, replacing valve packing, gaskets, valves, and gauges.
• Clean, replace, oil and lubricate other component parts and equipment as required.
• Read meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature, vibration, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels, and water chemistry to verify operating conditions.
• Perform general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility, including painting projects as required; maintain cleanliness of all areas of the plant and control room.
• Perform capital project and/or major program responsibilities as assigned by Plant Management.
• Coordinate purchasing with appropriate personnel and vendors to achieve timely repair of plant equipment.
• Identify and resolve CEMS problems; assist in calibrations and gas bottle change‑outs.
• Keep O&M Manager and/or LOMT fully informed of unusual plant conditions and current job progress when assigned on shift.
• Utilize the facility’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Work with the O&M Manager to manage the plant’s inventory, performing audits as needed.
• Open and close circuit breakers as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.
• Participate in outage planning and scheduling.
• Assist with development of Operations and Maintenance procedures.
• Assist with administering the Operator training program.
• Assist with performing root cause analysis of failures.
• Assist with management of change.
• May operate heavy equipment such as man lifts and forklift.
• Perform water chemistry analysis as per manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Operate demineralized water system in accordance with OEM and plant procedures and monitor demineralized water to ensure quality is within acceptable limits.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Demonstrate knowledge of all facets of power plant operations.
• Demonstrate the ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
• Capable of writing operating procedures, work requests, and written records.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word; PI experience, building trends and interpreting them is desired.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one‑lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, and P&ID’s.
• Write routine reports, solve practical problems, and clearly communicate tasks and needs, including training of other personnel.
• Possess mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment knowledge.
• Adept at troubleshooting and diagnosing problems with mechanical equipment and applying timely resolutions.
• Proficient at repairing, replacing, dismantling, and inspecting defective plant equipment and parts such as pumps, valves, fans, gearboxes, demineralizers, compressors, and turbine components.
• Proficient at water chemistry.
• Capable of operating various power tools.

Experience

• Two to four years of related experience and/or training; or a combination of experience and/or education preferred.
• Education Requirements
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, reach, climb, and lift (up to 50 pounds).
• Must be willing to work a 12‑hour rotating shift and be available for call‑ins and work overload as needed.

Location

Wallingford, CT, United States

The base hourly range for this position is: $54.20 - $81.30. This range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards. In addition, the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol‑free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post‑accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

EEO AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant’s experience or skills.

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