O&M Technician

Constellation; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation is seeking an O&M Technician III to oversee the operation and maintenance of a power plant, ensuring maximum asset value and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires coordinating with teams, reading gauges, and using computerized control systems. Candidates should be prepared for rotating shifts and overtime as necessary to keep plant performance optimal.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required for daily operations and logging.
• Ability to read gauges, meters and operate plant control systems.
• Willingness to participate in rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
• Associates degree or equivalent training in power plant technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all phases of power plant operation.
• Uses computerized control systems to start, stop, and monitor equipment and records activities in logs.
• Uses maintenance management system to manage work orders and spare parts inventory; maintains pumps, gearboxes, fans, turbines, valves, HRSGs, piping and related equipment.
• Trains and develops other employees in preventative maintenance and routine equipment service activities.
• Develops operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Performs work during assigned shifts safely and efficiently while upholding environmental and housekeeping standards.
• Available for rotating shift work and overtime as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Basic computer skills

Reading gauges/meters

Team coordination

Education

Associates Degree in Power Plant Technology

HS Diploma with 18 months trade/technical training in Power Plant Technology

EEI TECH test certification or completion

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purposely-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade and we are growing our company and capabilities. Now, we're accelerating, speeding our low-carbon or no-carbon power to more people in more places, day and night, providing our customers and communities with options to buy, manage and use energy as part of their decarbonization mission. The race is on to confront the climate crisis and Constellation is ready to meet the challenge. Come join us as we lead energy, together.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards, designed to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick days; and much more.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The primary responsibilities of this role will be the overall operation and maintenance of the power plant to maximize asset value.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

1. Responsible for all phases of power plant operation. The O&M Tech III uses computerized control systems to start, stop, and monitor equipment including reading gauges and meters and recording activities in operating logs and records.
2. Uses computerized maintenance management system to maintain and control work order system and spare parts inventory. Perform maintenance and repair work on plant equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, fans, turbines, bearings, HRSG’s, pipe systems, valves, and limotorque operators.
3. Trains and develops other employees in performing preventative maintenance and routine equipment service activities. Practices situational leadership, environmental and safety stewardship.
4. Leads equipment or system problem identification and recommends solutions.
5. Develops operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure consistent and safe operation.
6. Performs all work during an assigned shift in a safe, continuous, and efficient manner while maintaining environmental and housekeeping standards within federal, state, and local guidelines. Performs work per Work Management processes and ensures safety using equipment Tag out process.
7. Available for rotating shift work and overtime as required.
8. Perform any other duties as assigned

POSITION SCOPE

The incumbent in this position must be able to communicate across all levels of the organization. The O & M Technician III/CRO must have previously passed testing requirements and qualifications before performing in this role.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in Power Plant Technology, Engineering Technology, or Electronics OR
• HS Diploma with minimum of 18 months of trade or technical training in Power Plant Technology
• Successfully complete the training requirements and time in job requirements for the position including previously passing the EEI TECH test
• Available for rotating shift work and overtime as required
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Understanding of power plant prints
• Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle
• Ability to work in a power plant environment that includes climbing and walking long distances
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.