Field Technician

Actalent; Ackerman (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an onsite role at a power plant in Ackerman, MS. The position focuses on inspecting, operating, and monitoring coal handling systems, supporting installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting under supervision, and ensuring accurate documentation to keep plant performance high.

The role requires basic field experience in industrial environments, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, operate forklifts and rolling stock, and strict adherence to safety

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial/plant environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of coal handling and fuel systems.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training.
• Ability to work with plant operations and maintenance teams.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate, and monitor coal handling systems for safe performance.
• Provide basic field support for installation and maintenance under supervision.
• Collect and prepare fuel samples per plant procedures.
• Operate Limestone Drying Process Equipment safely.
• Document findings and maintenance activities accurately.
• Follow safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Report equipment abnormalities and unsafe conditions.
• Attend training to enhance technical skills.
• Assist with plant operations related to fuel systems and power generation.
• Operate rolling stock and forklifts as required.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain attention to detail in monitoring equipment.

Skills

0–3 years experience

Technical diploma

Industrial equipment familiarity

Supervised work

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Forklifts operation

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Conveyor systems

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician supports safe and reliable operations at a power plant by inspecting, operating, and monitoring coal handling systems and associated equipment. Working under supervision, this role provides basic field support for installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting, collects and prepares fuel samples, operates Limestone Drying Process Equipment, and maintains accurate documentation to ensure efficient plant performance.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician supports safe and reliable operations at a power plant by inspecting, operating, and monitoring coal handling systems and associated equipment. Working under supervision, this role provides basic field support for installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting, collects and prepares fuel samples, operates Limestone Drying Process Equipment, and maintains accurate documentation to ensure efficient plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate, and monitor coal handling systems, including conveyor systems, fuel transfer lines, supply lines, and associated plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
• Provide basic field support for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment and systems under supervision.
• Collect and prepare fuel samples in accordance with plant procedures and quality requirements.
• Operate Limestone Drying Process Equipment and other assigned plant systems safely and consistently.
• Support routine maintenance activities on coal handling and related equipment, following established safety and operational guidelines.
• Document operational findings, maintenance activities, and equipment conditions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while performing field and plant tasks.
• Report equipment abnormalities, potential issues, and unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.
• Attend training sessions to enhance technical skills and stay current with plant procedures and equipment operations.
• Assist with plant operations related to fuel systems, plant operation, and power generation as directed.
• Operate rolling stock, vehicles, forklifts, and other equipment as required for plant operations.
• Perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, lifting, pushing, and pulling in support of field and maintenance activities.
• Maintain strong attention to detail when monitoring equipment, clearing coal piles under conveyor belts, and working on platforms and step ladders.

Essential Skills

• 0–3 years of experience in a related field, preferably in industrial, plant, or power generation environments.
• Technical diploma or equivalent education in a relevant technical discipline.
• Basic understanding of industrial equipment and system operations, including coal handling and fuel systems.
• Ability to support plant operations, power generation processes, and fuel system activities.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting equipment, monitoring system performance, and documenting findings.
• Commitment to safe and reliable plant performance, with adherence to safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision in a structured operational environment.
• Capability to operate rolling stock, vehicles, forklifts, and other industrial equipment as required.
• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, lift, push, and pull while performing operational and maintenance tasks.
• Full mobility of hands, arms, and legs to operate vehicles, computer systems, valves, control switches, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, including hand tools, maintenance equipment, equipment parts, lubricant containers, and conveyor belt rollers.
• Ability to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force while pushing or pulling objects such as drums in standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching positions.
• Capability to occasionally climb stairs covering up to 10 floors and ladders up to 20 feet, both protected and unprotected.
• Ability to frequently climb steps into and out of heavy equipment and to access areas such as ash silos and euro silos.
• Constant ability to maintain balance, depth perception, and field of vision while working on platforms, step ladders, operating forklifts, and rolling stock.
• Depth perception sufficient to safely clear coal piles under conveyor belts when using an excavator.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in coal handling, fuel systems, or power generation environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with plant operation procedures and industrial safety practices.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training to develop and enhance technical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with plant operations and maintenance teams.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills for operational and maintenance activities.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at a power plant in Ackerman, MS, working in an industrial environment with coal handling systems, fuel transfer lines, conveyor systems, and Limestone Drying Process Equipment. The position involves frequent movement throughout the plant site, including walking distances of up to approximately 800 yards and walking on a 15-degree ramping walkway for up to 600 feet, such as on coal conveyor systems. Work includes frequent standing while monitoring and assessing equipment, performing operations and maintenance tasks, and conducting routine inspections, as well as frequent sitting to perform office and computer work and to operate rolling stock and other equipment. The environment requires climbing stairs covering multiple floors, climbing ladders up to 20 feet, and climbing steps into and out of heavy equipment, as well as accessing elevated areas such as ash silos and euro silos. The role involves working on platforms and step ladders and operating forklifts and other rolling stock, requiring constant balance, depth perception, and a clear field of vision. The work is hands-on and physically active, with regular exposure to industrial equipment, coal handling operations, and outdoor and indoor plant conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ackerman, MS.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ackerman,MS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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