CT Tech I, II, III

Duke Energy; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a Plant Operator for its Combustion Turbine facility in the United States. You will follow approved procedures, start up and shut down equipment, monitor performance, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate systems, and perform routine inventory and maintenance tasks.

The role requires a technical or associate degree or a high school diploma with relevant experience, willingness to work rotating shifts, and travel about 5-15% as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical or Associate degree with 2 years related work experience.
• Alternatively HS Diploma/GED with 2 years related work experience.
• Proficiency with computers and plant work management software.
• Ability to work in a team and handle shift work.

Responsibilities

• Start up, shut down, monitor, service and maintain combustion turbine equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate plant systems and components.
• Monitor equipment performance through tests and report variances.
• Maintain inventory and use work management tools (Maximo/Passport).
• Work in a team-oriented environment and adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Calibration

Electrical systems

Control systems

Teamwork

Education

Technical or Associates Degree

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Maximo

Passport

POSS

MASS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

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. Accountable 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 heavy frame 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.

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.

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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