Operations and Maintenance Technician I

Crusoe; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and equity

Paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

HSA contributions

401(k) Retirement plan with company4

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Crusoe is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician to ensure the proper operation and maintenance of our power facility. You will operate, troubleshoot, and repair complex equipment including gas and steam turbines, generators, and water treatment systems while adhering to safety and environmental regulations.

This full-time role requires authorization to work in the USA and offers diverse responsibilities across plant reliability and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Demonstrable knowledge of all facets of power plant operations and emergency decision-making.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, manuals, and P&IDs.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment; operating welding/cutting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a simple cycle power generating facility and its auxiliary equipment, including heat recovery steam generators, air compressors, and fire suppression systems with minimal guidance.
• Identify and resolve CEMS problems, perform Root Cause Analysis of failures, and repair pumps, valves, and gearboxes.
• Conduct "Inspection of Watch" on all plant systems and read meters or automatic devices to record temperatures, vibrations, fluid levels, and water chemistry.
• Perform analysis on HRSG, auxiliary boiler, and cooling tower systems; control chemical feed and blowdown rates to maintain proper control ranges.
• Open and close circuit breakers for system operation or electrical isolation; install piping and conduit for plant upgrades.
• Utilize CMMS and assist with developing Operations and Maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors for chemical ordering and equipment repair; assist in training operators.
• Perform general housekeeping, painting, and continual improvement tasks.

Skills

Power Plant Expertise

Maintenance Skills

Communication

Technical Literacy

Physical Ability

Work Flexibility

Authorization

Safety Compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About the Role:

Crusoe is seeking a dedicated Operations & Maintenance Technician (OMT) to ensure the proper operation and maintenance of our power facility. This role is essential for maintaining plant reliability, safety, and environmental compliance, whether assigned to a shift or the maintenance team. You will be responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment critical to our mission.

The ideal candidate is a skilled technician capable of managing complex systems such as gas and steam turbines, generators, and water treatment equipment while strictly adhering to safety and environmental regulations. This is a full-time position that requires an individual contributor who is authorized to work in the USA. (#INDMFG)

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Plant Operations & Maintenance: Operate and maintain a simple cycle power generating facility and its auxiliary equipment, including heat recovery steam generators, air compressors, and fire suppression systems with minimal guidance.

• Technical Troubleshooting & Repair: Identify and resolve CEMS problems, perform Root Cause Analysis of failures, and repair defective plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and gearboxes.

• System Inspections & Data Recording: Conduct "Inspection of Watch" on all plant systems and read meters or automatic devices to record temperatures, vibrations, fluid levels, and water chemistry to verify operating conditions.

• Water Chemistry Management: Perform analysis on HRSG, auxiliary boiler, and cooling tower systems; control chemical feed and blowdown rates to maintain proper control ranges.

• Electrical & Mechanical Tasks: Open and close circuit breakers for system operation or electrical isolation, and perform piping and conduit installation for plant upgrades.

• Documentation & Systems: Utilize the facility’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and assist with the development of Operations and Maintenance procedures.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with vendors for chemical ordering and equipment repair, work with Plant Management on capital projects, and assist in administering the Operator training program.

• Facility Upkeep: Perform general housekeeping, painting, and continuous improvement tasks to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the plant and control room.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.

• Power Plant Expertise: Demonstrable knowledge of all facets of power plant operations and the ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.

• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, and P&IDs.

• Maintenance Skills: Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment, as well as operating welding and cutting equipment.

• Communication & Software: Good verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

• Work Flexibility: Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and availability for call-ins or work overload as needed.

• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the USA.

• Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.

Bonus Points:

• Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

• Two to four years of related power plant experience and/or training.

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as man lifts and forklifts.

• Advanced proficiency in Water Chemistry and demineralized water system operations.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity packages

• Restricted Stock Units

• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs

• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance

• Employer contributions to HSA account

• Paid parental leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional development & tuition reimbursement

• Mental health & wellness support

• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)

• Cell phone stipend

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

• Volunteer time off

• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance

• Daily meals allowance

• Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $33 -$38/HR + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant's knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. (#INDMFG)

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.