Generation Technician I

Portland General Electric; Clatskanie (OR); On-site; USD 151,536,000 - 165,312,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is seeking a Generation Technician I at the Beaver plant in Oregon. The role focuses on operating and maintaining plant equipment with a journey-level mechanic background, supporting a thermal generating facility with rotating shifts.

Candidates should have two years of journeyman-level experience and be able to perform complex maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshooting. PGE emphasizes safety, teamwork, and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• Two years journeyman or equivalent in a power plant maintenance or operations role.
• Ability to perform non-routine and complex maintenance across valves, pumps, gear, hydraulics, and related systems.
• Experience with plant operation, testing, calibration, and data collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate plant equipment and tools as qualified.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance and calibrations as qualified.
• Troubleshoot equipment using manuals and test equipment.
• Carry out basic chemistry operations as qualified.
• Maintain records using computer-based maintenance programs and write procedures.
• Provide and receive feedback in team settings.
• Train to become a Technician II and qualify on plant systems within six months.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Mechanical maintenance

Plant operations

Troubleshooting

Test equipment use

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

Test equipment manuals

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Position: Generation Technician I

Location: Beaver

Rate of Pay: $55.39/hour

Shifts: Rotating

Generation Technician supporting operations at Beaver Generation Plant with experience maintaining plant equipment at a thermal electric generating plant, including equipment, mobile, and machine shop equipment. Mechanical skills (Millwright)

As qualified, perform operating, maintenance and administrative functions at the Beaver Combined-Cycle Generating Plant. Required to work rotating shifts with a minimum of supervision. To complement the skills of the team, journey-level experience as a mechanic is preferred.

DUTIES

(Essential Job Responsibilities)

• Monitor, maintain, operate and test plant equipment and tools as qualified.
• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance as qualified. Perform calibrations as qualified.
• Use installed and portable test equipment and technical manuals to troubleshoot equipment and system problems as trained.
• Perform chemistry operations as qualified.
• Perform administrative duties such as use of computer based maintenance programs, data collection, report writing, utilization of relevant computer programs and write procedures.
• Have primary responsibility for systems as assigned and conduct training sessions as assigned.
• Continuously increase own knowledge level by independent study.
• Operate forklifts as required.
• Train to become a Technician II.
• Qualify on all Beaver Generating Plant systems and associated procedures within 6 months after employment. Must be capable of demonstrating this qualification by oral and written examination.
• Participate in self-directed work teams. Provide and receive feedback on team and individual performance.
• Practice PGE Core Practices: Customer Focus, Ensure Accountability, Collaboration, Nimble Learning, Instill Trust, Value Differences

QUALIFICATIONS

(Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required)

• Two years previous experience working as a journeyman or equivalent skills in a power plant performing maintenance or operations functions.
• Demonstrated ability to perform non-routine and complex maintenance in most of the following areas:
• Valves; Pumps; Compressors; Rigging; Fittings; Hydraulics; Crane Ops; Scaffolding; Fans; Piping and Tubing
• Batteries; Breakers; Switchgear; Transformers; Motors; Regulators; Buses and Power Supplies
• Sensors; Transmitters; Controllers; Regulators; Pneumatics; Power Supplies; Tubing
• ST Plant Ops; GT Plant Ops; Logics; Schematics; P&IDs, plant chemistry and Clearances
• Ability to work successfully both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to participate in individual and group goal setting and achievement.
• Ability to initiate and adapt to change.
• Ability to practice teamwork and PGE Guiding Behaviors.
• Valid driver's license and demonstrated good driving habits.
• Must pass the POSS-MASS Aptitude Test for all new hires.

During the probationary period following reassignment to any job, at least two progress reports will be completed. These reports will be discussed with the employee by his/her immediate supervisor, and copies of each will be given to him/her.

Starting pay is listed in the job posting above.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability.

September 28, 2026