Gas Power Plant Operator & Systems Maintainer

EDL; Pinconning (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

EDL is seeking a skilled Operator to maintain and monitor a gas-fueled power plant in Michigan. The role focuses on engine and auxiliary equipment maintenance, data collection, and safety compliance.

You will work with fixed plant machinery, instrumentation, and process controls, performing fault finding and routine repairs. This position requires weekend and on-call availability, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

• Current driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and on-call hours.
• Maintenance, mechanical or electrical experience.
• Basic computer operation including Word and Excel.
• Ability to collect, interpret data and write reports.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with gas and/or diesel reciprocating engines.
• Experience with Caterpillar engines.
• Experience with LFG power generation systems.
• Experience with LFG extraction and use systems.
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills in mechanical/electrical.
• Minor repairs and overhauls on mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and process control equipment.
• Autonomous work in a multi-skilled environment.
• Cooperation and communication with coworkers and contractors.
• Proficiency with computers, instrumentation and monitoring equipment.
• Basic electrical skills including fault finding on PLCs and HV control systems.
• Basic mechanical skills for fault finding on engines, compressors, pumps, valves.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Physical work: stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional travel by car or plane.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain gas-fueled power plant with spark-ignition engines and auxiliaries.
• Comply with safety guidelines and OSHA regulations.
• Inspect and maintain fixed plant equipment (engines, generators, pumps, chillers, valves).
• Inspect and maintain gas processing equipment (compressors, aftercoolers, dehydration skids).
• Document and report equipment maintenance and operation.
• Fault-find and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Operate instrumentation and process control systems.
• On-call within 45 minutes of the station.
• Carry out routine housekeeping.
• Adhere to health and safety obligations.
• Support company policies; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Analytical ability

Data interpretation

Report writing

On-call readiness

Autonomy

Effective communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Instrumentation

Process control systems

PLC's

Generators

High Voltage

Data logging tools

Job description

EDL is seeking a skilled Operator to maintain and monitor a gas-fueled power plant in Michigan. The role focuses on engine and auxiliary equipment maintenance, data collection, and safety compliance.

You will work with fixed plant machinery, instrumentation, and process controls, performing fault finding and routine repairs. This position requires weekend and on-call availability, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel occasionally.