Maintenance Operator Helper - Operations Tech

Entergy Corporation; Arkansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Maintenance Operators and Operations Technicians to ensure the reliability of utility Steam Turbines and Generators. This role involves maintaining equipment, performing repairs, and troubleshooting issues while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should possess a strong mechanical background and a commitment to operational excellence. Join a team that values safety and efficiency, providing essential services to the community while advancing your career in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow in the energy sector and make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Experience in operations or similar field is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on utility Steam Turbines and Generators.
• Troubleshoot and repair plant equipment, ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical measuring devices

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Knowledge of steam boilers

Knowledge of turbo-generators

Knowledge of pumps and heaters

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical school degree

Tools

Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures

Mechanical instruments

Job description

This position can be filled as a Maintenance Operator Hlpr, I, II, III or Operations Technician based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

**This position will fill multiple vacancies**

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Responsible for maintaining equipment on utility Steam Turbines and Generators including continuous monitoring and understanding of the equipment's normal operating parameters & limits. Utilize maintenance skills to perform repairs and overhauls of plant equipment. Troubleshooting faulty equipment, assisting in job planning and cost evaluation.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for performing maintenance functions on equipment throughout the facility which includes rotating equipment, manual and control valves, understanding power plant systems, starting and stopping of equipment, isolating and restoring equipment for maintenance following a Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedure and monitoring boiler water chemistry equipment.
• Uses elementary principles of mechanical measuring devices, instruments, controls, and regulating devices as used in generating plants.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and make repairs to the plant equipment including performing preventative maintenance tasks.
• Applies knowledge and experience with principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems.
• Comply with all Fossil Safety Processes/Practices, Utility Group Safety Process, Environmental policies/practices, participate in the Monthly Safety Meeting, and open to participation on the Safety Committee or the Awareness Team.
• During unit outages, provide contractor management, quality control, cost management and schedule management.
• Interface / communicate with internal and external organizations/customers (dispatchers, directors, contractors, etc.).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred:
  • 2-year technical school degree with emphasis on ICE Technician skills or equivalent work experience.
• MO Helper I - MO: 0 – 2 years of experience in Operations or similar field. Entry level with a background in Process Technology/Instrumentation.
• OT: 5+ years of experience as a MO or equivalent process operator experience.
• Preferred:
  • Industrial experience.
  • At least 5 years of ICE Technician experience.
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience in turbine generator overhaul, fan maintenance, valve repair, pump overhaul, machining skills and other plant mechanical maintenance.
• Maintenance Operator I-II: 0-2 years of experience in an operations or similar field or entry level with a background in process technology or instrumentation.
• Maintenance Operator III: 2-3 years of experience in an operations or similar field.
• Maintenance Operator: 3+ years of experience in operations or similar field.
• Operations Technician: 5-7 years of experience as a maintenance operator or equivalent process operator.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the elementary principles of mechanical measuring devices, instruments, controls, and regulating devices as used in steam electric plants.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation and function of steam boilers, turbo-generators, pumps, heaters, steam traps, piping systems, pressure and level regulators and their controls, and auxiliary systems.
• Successful completion of the EEI POSS/MASS test.
• Candidates selected to take the POSS/MASS test will be invited via e-mail. *MONITOR YOUR SPAM/JUNK EMAIL.

Primary Location: Arkansas-Redfield
Job Function: Skilled / Craft
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: Arkansas Bargaining - Fossil
Number of Openings: 6
Req ID: 117915
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

EEO Statement:

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Accessibility:

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities:

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.

Please note:

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.