Operations & Maintenance Technician III

Crusoe; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 63,369 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity packages

Restricted Stock Units

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

HSA contributions

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Commuter benefits

Cell phone stipend

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Travel insurance

Meals allowance

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Crusoe is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician III to ensure high-performance operation and maintenance of our power facility. You will operate, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment with strict safety and environmental compliance.

The ideal candidate will manage complex systems such as gas and steam turbines, generators, and water treatment equipment with minimal guidance and will be authorized to work in the USA.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical literacy: read/me interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, manuals and P&IDs.
• Maintenance expertise: knowledge of mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment; ability to repair/replace parts.
• Analytical skills: diagnose mechanical equipment issues and perform water chemistry analysis.
• Communication & training: strong verbal and written communication; able to train others and write procedures.
• Fabrication & tool proficiency: operate welding/cutting equipment and hand/power tools.
• Physical requirements: walk, reach, climb, lift up to 50 pounds.
• Operational flexibility: willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts and be available for call-ins.
• Authorization: must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Safety/compliance: safety-sensitive position; drug/alcohol program participation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a simple cycle power generating facility equipment (HRSG, air compressors, fire systems).
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair pumps, valves, fans, gearboxes, turbine components.
• Record data from meters and gauges to verify operating conditions.
• Manage water chemistry adjustments for HRSG and cooling systems.
• Open/close circuit breakers and perform piping/conduit installation for upgrades.
• Use CMMS; help develop O&M procedures and write routine reports.
• Adhere to safety and environmental rules and permits.
• Coordinate with vendors for chemical orders and repairs; assist RCA of failures.
• General housekeeping and plant area maintenance in control room.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

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 this Role:

Crusoe is seeking a skilled Operations & Maintenance Technician III (OMT III) to ensure the high-performance 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 proficient technician capable of managing complex systems—such as gas and steam turbines, generators, and water treatment equipment—with minimal guidance 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.

What You’ll Be Working On:

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




• Technical Troubleshooting & Repair: Adeptly troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair defective plant equipment such as pumps, valves, fans, gearboxes, and turbine components in a timely fashion.




• System Inspections & Data Recording: Perform an \"Inspection of Watch\" on each plant system and record data from meters and gauges—including temperature, vibration, fluid levels, and water chemistry—to verify operating conditions.




• Water Chemistry Management: Perform analysis on HRSG, auxiliary boiler, and cooling tower systems, making necessary adjustments to chemical feed and blowdown rates to ensure chemistry remains within proper control ranges.




• Electrical & Mechanical Tasks: Responsible for opening and closing circuit breakers for system operation or electrical isolation, and performing piping and conduit installation for plant upgrades.




• Operational Documentation: Utilize the facility’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), assist with the development of O&M procedures, and write routine reports or work requests.




• Safety & Regulatory Adherence: Strictly adhere to all safety and environmental rules, facility safety programs, and plant environmental permits to protect personnel and public safety.




• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with vendors for chemical ordering and timely equipment repairs, and assist in performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of failures.




• Continuous Improvement: Perform general housekeeping and painting projects to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all plant areas and the control room.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.




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




• Maintenance Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment, including proficiency in repairing, replacing, and dismantling defective parts.




• Analytical Skills: Adept at diagnosing problems with mechanical equipment and performing water chemistry analysis.




• Communication & Training: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train other personnel and write operating procedures.




• Fabrication & Tool Proficiency: Capable of operating welding and cutting equipment, as well as tools such as drill presses, pipe threading machines, and grinders.




• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform walking, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.




• Operational Flexibility: Willingness to work a 12-hour rotating shift and be available for call-ins and 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.




• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

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 $46 -$50/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.