Operations Technician – Plant Rowan

Southern Power; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Power in Salisbury, NC is seeking an Operations Technician to operate and maintain Plant Rowan's combined cycle plant. You will monitor electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical systems, troubleshoot issues, and keep maintenance records in Maximo.

This role supports system ownership and participates in fleet-wide reviews. Candidates should have 2–5 years CC operations experience, familiarity with turbine maintenance programs, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of recent combined cycle operations experience.
• Experience with combustion turbine major maintenance programs.
• Experience with Toshiba steam turbines in combined cycle service.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Plant Rowan's combined cycle power plant.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical, instrumentation and mechanical systems.
• Maintain maintenance records in Maximo® work order system.
• Participate in fleet-wide operation review boards as a system owner.
• Perform project management and system ownership assignments as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

HS Graduate or Equivalent

2-Year College/Technical Degree preferred

Tools

Maximo®

Job description

Operations Technician (SPC Rowan)

SPC is currently seeking candidates for an Operations Technician position to operate & maintain the Plant Rowan combined cycle power plant. Additional responsibilities will include monitoring, troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing the plant’s electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical power plant systems, and various other responsibilities as required. Maintain plant maintenance records in a computer-based work order system (Maximo®), participate in the plants maintenance program as a system owner and actively participate in the fleet-wide operation review boards as a system owner. This is a multi-crafted position that has the responsibility of performing various other duties that are expected; these include project management and system ownership assignments.

SPC is currently seeking candidates for an Operations Technician position to operate & maintain the Plant Rowan combined cycle power plant. Additional responsibilities will include monitoring, troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing the plant’s electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical power plant systems, and various other responsibilities as required. Maintain plant maintenance records in a computer-based work order system (Maximo®), participate in the plants maintenance program as a system owner and actively participate in the fleet-wide operation review boards as a system owner. This is a multi-crafted position that has the responsibility of performing various other duties that are expected; these include project management and system ownership assignments.

Education

• HS Graduate or Equivalent.
• 2-Year College/Technical Degree preferred.

Job Experience

• Two to five years of recent combined cycle operations experience as a control room and field operator or equivalent industry experience is required.
• Recent experience with power plant combustion turbine major maintenance programs including combustion inspection, HGPI, major overhaul procedures including related auxiliary equipment is preferred.
• Recent experience with Toshiba steam turbines in combined cycle service is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Desired

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to apply principle of logical thinking and deal with situations that will be encountered.
• Strong mechanical and electric aptitude and a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment are required.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and acquire basic computer skills. Experience in (Maximo®) work order management system is preferred.
• Must be able to learn how to independently operate a combined cycle plant and communicate effectively with plant stakeholders.
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities (i.e. climbing stairs & ladders, lifting heavy equipment) while working safely in all types of weather.

Other Attributes

• Must be a self-starter.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, team player.
• Must be able to handle complex, pressure situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Must be able to support a 24/7 schedule, including holiday and back shift work when necessary.
• Must be able to pass the pre-employment testing to be considered: TECH - Technician Occupations
• Must be able to pass the Ops Tech test to become a fully qualified Operations Technician

Demonstrate “Our Values”

• Safety First - We actively care about the safety and well-being of our employees, customers and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first. _ _
• Intentional Inclusion - We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities and shareholders. _ _
• Act with Integrity - We act with honesty, respect and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
• Superior Performance - We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors and the environment.

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Southern Power

Southern Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington. Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 20568

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Power