Hydroelectric Plant Technician - On-Call, Safety-Driven

eaglecreekre; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO and volunteer time off

Employee assistance program

Career development & tuition reimburse

Job summary

Eagle Creek Hydro Operations, LLC is seeking a dedicated Hydro Plant Technician to support the operation of the hydro-electric plant and water intakes. The role emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and a strong safety culture.

Daily duties include plant and intake inspections, starting/stopping units, safety checks, and operating heavy equipment. You will perform maintenance, coordinate contractors, and respond to alarms as needed.

Qualifications

• At least two years of related experience in a power plant or industrial setting preferred.
• Unwavering commitment to safety for employees, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily plant and intake inspections.
• Start and stop generating units and auxiliary equipment per procedures.
• Conduct safety inspections and monitor security systems; keep logs/reports.
• Operate heavy equipment and hand/power tools (incl. chain saws).
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to support plant reliability.
• Work on rotating schedule covering weekends and holidays.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors during tasks.
• Participate in company safety programs.

Skills

Safety mindset

Instrumentation & control

Downtime reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate or degree in Engineering/Physical Sciences

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

MS Office Suite

Job description

Eagle Creek Hydro Operations, LLC is seeking a dedicated Hydro Plant Technician to support the operation of the hydro-electric plant and water intakes. The role emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and a strong safety culture.

Daily duties include plant and intake inspections, starting/stopping units, safety checks, and operating heavy equipment. You will perform maintenance, coordinate contractors, and respond to alarms as needed.