CT Tech I, II, III

Duke Energy Corporation; Belton (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation in South Carolina seeks a Plant Operator for its Combustion Turbine facility. You will follow approved procedures, support start-up and shutdown, monitor performance, and maintain equipment with minimum supervision.

Applicants should have a technical or associate degree or equivalent experience, plus 2 years in plant operations. Travel 5-10% and potential relocation are part of the role; physical requirements and safety protocols apply.

Qualifications

• Technical or Associate Degree; 2 years related work experience
• In lieu of degree, HS Diploma/GED and 2 years related work experience
• Must be proficient with computers, software applications and plant work management tools

Responsibilities

• Start-up, shutdown, normal operations, monitoring, servicing and maintenance of all equipment systems at the Combustion Turbine facility
• Monitor equipment performance through test, analysis and report variances
• Perform inventory duties and troubleshoot/repair equipment
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision

Skills

Teamwork

Combustion turbine tech

Heavyframe turbine tech

Gas/steam turbine tech

EMF exposure knowledge

Electrical testing equipment

Digital control systems

PLC knowledge

Heavy equipment rigging

Crane rigging knowledge

High voltage equipment troubleshooting

Education

Technical or Associate Degree

HS Diploma or GED + 2 yrs exp

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maximo

Passport

Work management software

Job description

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people’s lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you’ll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

This position is responsible for following approved procedures, for the start-up, shutdown, normal operations, monitoring, servicing, and maintenance of all equipment systems at the Combustion Turbine facility. Must be familiar with emergency procedures to follow during periods of abnormal operation. Accountabe for knowing and adhering to all location safety procedures including Lock Out Tag Out and personal protective equipment. Performs maintenance of plant equipment; troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates equipment. Monitors equipment performance through test, analysis, and report variances. Performs inventory duties. Must be capable of handling required responsibilities with minimum supervision.

Additional Job Description

• • Must be proficient with computers, software applications and plant work management software and tools such as Microsoft packages that include word, excel, power point. In addition, experience with work management systems such as Maximo, Passport or equivalent.
  • Must have the ability to work within a team oriented environment and demonstrated team interface skills.
  • Additional years of experience with combustion turbine technology is preferred and will be given preference over other power industry experience.
  • Experience with large heavyframe gas turbine and steam turbine supplier technologies
  • High voltage and substation equipment troubleshooting experience.
  • Experience with mechanical and electronic field testing equipment
  • Experience with digital control systems, programmable logic controllers, and multi-fueled technologies
  • Experience with heavy equipment rigging at a combustion turbine site with heavy equipment or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of heavy lifting cranes and rigging requirements.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Technical or Associates Degree
• 2 years related work experience
• In Lieu of Degree – HS Diploma/GED and 2 years related work experience

Working Conditions

• Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way.
  Frequent overtime including weekend work night shift and holidays.
• Able to work/respond on short notice to support planned/unplanned/emergency site events.
• Work schedule could vary but will require shift work.
• Required to wear a respirator and must be able to successfully complete a physical and respirator fit test on annual or as needed basis.
• Must be able to work at heights, from suspended work platforms and in confined spaces.
• This position requires field work in a Combustion Turbine Cycle facility which includes exposure to heat,cold,noise,dust and humidity.
• Willing to travel approximately 5-10% for training and assist other Duke Energy Carolinas Combustion Turbine sites when required.
• Exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF).

Specific Requirements

• • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must successfully complete EEI’s Plant Operator Selection System (POSS), and Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)
  • Must successfully complete a Power Plant Physical Abilities Assessment
  • Required to pass a medical physical including a respirator fit test
  • Ability to successfully complete levels of Employee Development and Qualification Program training.
  • Ability to work around equipment that generates electromagnetic fields (EMF).
  • This position contains a weight restriction of 325 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Posting Expiration Date

Sunday, November 8, 2026

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

Plant Retirement Acknowledgement

W.S. Lee Energy Nexus

Proposed Retirement Date:

N/A

By submitting a job application for this position you acknowledge the following:

I acknowledge that the plant associated with this position is forecasted to retire by the retirement date listed above which date is subject to change based on business needs. I also acknowledge and agree that, to ensure an effective transition for the plant retirement, I will not be eligible to participate in the job opportunities posting on the Company’s portal or to otherwise obtain another internal position with the Company for four (4) years or until notified otherwise by the Company following the plant retirement, at which time I will be considered eligible for other internal opportunities based on business needs and my job performance and skillset. My employment will remain at will at all times, and I retain the right to resign at any time or to be terminated by the Company for any lawful reason.

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