Operations & Maintenance Technician II

CAMS; Tilton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

LTD

STD

Life insurance

401k

Flexible spending accounts

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CAMS is seeking an O&M Technician II for the Tilton Energy Center in Illinois. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation, monitoring plant systems, reacting to alarms, and assisting with start-up/shutdown procedures.

You will support maintenance of instruments, control systems, and electrical equipment across the plant. Applicants should have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and at least 2 years in a power generation setting, with a requirement to complete the O&M Technician

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• At least 2 years in an Assistant Plant Operator role or equivalent in power generation.
• Must complete O&M Technician qualification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams; familiarity with plant operations software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas-fired turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems, including start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Monitor and record operating data to maintain safe performance within prescribed limits.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on major equipment and emergency backup systems.
• Maintain accurate equipment files, logs, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Manage spare parts inventory and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Update and maintain plant operating manuals, technical references, and maintenance records.
• Safely operate plant equipment and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Technical diagrams

Plant operations software

Electrical equipment familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

SCADA/controls software

Job description

Brief Description

The Tilton Energy Center is a natural gas peaker plant with an 188 MW output. The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician II ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Tilton Energy Center. This role involves monitoring plant systems, responding to alarms, performing start-up and shutdown procedures, and maintaining compliance with operational standards. The technician also supports maintenance and repair of instruments, control systems, and electrical equipment across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate gas-fired turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems, including start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Monitor and record operational data to maintain safe performance within prescribed limits.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on major equipment and emergency backup systems.
• Maintain accurate equipment files, logs, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Manage spare parts inventory and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Update and maintain plant operating manuals, technical references, and maintenance records.
• Safely operate plant equipment (e.g., vehicles, cranes, hoists) and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Interpret complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, and perform switching/tagging under supervision.
• Complete required documentation for maintenance, outages, time reports, and material requisitions.
• Support plant management with additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent (Associate degree in a technical field preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 2 years as an Assistant Plant Operator or equivalent in a power generation facility.
• Certifications: Must complete O&M Technician qualification within 90 days of hire.
• Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams; familiarity with plant operations software and tools.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

All plant employees are expected to work safely at all times. Working at the power plant may involve:

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
• Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating switches, pushbuttons, and other controls.
• Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Summary

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional "al la carte" benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans.
• Additional "al la carte" benefits.
• 401k.
• Flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs.
• Employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.