Generation Technician I

Portland General Electric; Utah; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is seeking a Generation Technician I for the Beaver Plant to support operations with maintenance of thermal plant equipment. The role requires journey-level mechanics experience and rotating shifts with minimal supervision.

You will perform preventive maintenance, calibrations, tests, and data collection while advancing toward Technician II. Prior experience with valves, pumps, motors, and related equipment is valued, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of journeyman-level experience in a power plant maintenance or operations role.
• Experience with valves, pumps, hydraulics, and related plant equipment.
• Ability to work independently and in teams; willingness to train to Technician II.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, operate and test plant equipment as qualified.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations according to spec.
• Use test equipment and manuals to troubleshoot systems.
• Aid in data collection, reporting, and procedure writing.
• Participate in training and cross-functional teams.
• Operate forklifts when required.
• PGE core practices: customer focus, accountability, collaboration.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Power plant maintenance

Rotating shifts

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Job description

Company Overview

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 Details

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

• 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, and demonstrate 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

• 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.

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. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [e-mail] or by calling 503-464-7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled. September 28, 2026

At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector. We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all.