Operations & Maintenance Technician

Software Placement Group, SPG; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An on-site Operations & Maintenance Technician role is available at a power generation facility in Albuquerque, NM. You will oversee start/stop of gas turbine plant equipment, monitor parameters, and ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.

Candidates should bring journey-level experience (5 years) or senior-level (10+ years), with strong mechanical/electrical knowledge and safety training. The role requires occasional travel and hands-on training participation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Journey-level: typically 5 years of related experience with operator responsibilities.
• Senior level: 10+ years of related experience in plant operations.
• Experience with hazardous chemicals and waste materials.
• Experience using testing equipment and calibration devices.
• Experience with machinery repair and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop, monitor plant equipment and log activities.
• Measure and adjust operating parameters using monitoring equipment.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment safely.
• Perform overhaul maintenance and system improvements.
• Develop operating procedures and operator training materials.
• Provide input to plant improvements for safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and plant procedures.
• Prioritize daily tasks to complete projects.
• Support O&M Technicians with troubleshooting and repair tasks.
• Train employees in moderately complex areas.
• Take responsibility for safety of operating equipment.

Skills

Safety procedures

Environmental and safety regulations

Equipment diagnostics

Verbal and written communication

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

Calibration appliances

Testing equipment

Job description

Location: Albuquerque, NM | Schedule: Full-Time, on-site

Overview

A power generation operator is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician to join its gas turbine plant team. This journey- to senior-level role is responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of plant equipment, and plays a key part in ensuring reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance across the facility.

What you'll do

• Start, stop, and monitor plant equipment, including reading gauges and meters and recording activities in operating logs
• Use computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record, and adjust operating parameters
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform overhaul maintenance and system improvement tasks
• Assist in developing operational procedures and operator training modules
• Provide input on plant improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and plant procedures
• Prioritize daily activities to complete assigned tasks and projects
• Perform semi-routine technical services and support duties with some latitude in decision-making
• Assist in orienting and training employees in moderately complex areas
• Support shift-qualified O&M Technicians with routine operations, troubleshooting, and repair tasks
• Take responsibility for all safety aspects of operating equipment
• Conduct safety presentations
• Complete all O&M Tech I training requirements within 24 months
• Support job responsibilities outside scheduled hours as needed
• Travel occasionally as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma, related military service, or equivalent
• Journey-level: generally 5 years of directly related experience, including understanding of environmental and safety regulations and prior experience as a plant operator
• Senior level: generally 10+ years of directly related experience, including understanding of environmental and safety regulations and prior experience as a senior-level plant operator
• Experience working with and around hazardous chemicals and waste materials
• Previous experience using testing equipment and calibration appliances
• Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity, and mathematics
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
• Basic computer knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs
• Ability to interact and communicate well with individuals across the company and outside vendors
• Valid U.S. driver's license with acceptable MVR history, if applicable

Preferred qualifications

• Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college, trade school certification, or advanced education in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation
• Experience in CEMS maintenance and associated data acquisition handling systems (DAHS)

Why this role

This position offers the chance to take on a hands-on, safety-critical role in power plant operations, with a clear path from journey-level to senior-level responsibility and involvement in plant training and improvement initiatives.