Power Generation Tech

Danos, LLC; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos, LLC is seeking an experienced Power Generation Technician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on offshore facilities, ensuring safe operation of electrical systems. The role involves handling MV/LV equipment, troubleshooting, and frequent site travel by marine or helicopter.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of MV experience, offshore electrical experience, and valid TWIC and driver's license. Must pass drug screen and physical; on-call and 24/7 availability required.

Qualifications

• Experience with low and medium voltage systems and generators.
• Solid understanding of electrical practices and theory for LV/MV systems.
• 3-5 years of medium voltage experience (2100VAC-13800VAC).
• 3+ years offshore/inland power generation electrical experience.
• Valid TWIC card and valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to pass drug screen and physical.
• Willing to work on-call shifts and be available 24/7.
• Comfortable with heights and flying for land and offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Terminate medium voltage equipment such as motors, VFDs, starters, MCCs, and generators.
• Work with and direct assistants as needed, ensuring safe operations.
• Maintain physical fitness to perform job duties effectively.
• Communicate effectively with customers on job locations and manage jobs without supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair low and medium voltage equipment such as motors, motor starters, generators, VFDs, MCCs, and switchgears.
• Participate in safety training and assist in procedures such as first aid, CPR, fire drills, and emergency evacuation.
• Travel to work sites via marine or helicopter transport as required.
• Provide account manager support via phone and email.
• Complete preventative maintenance on department equipment.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Take proper care of test instruments and tools in their care.

Skills

Low voltage

Medium voltage safety

Electrical theory

Offshore experience

On-call availability

Education

TWIC card

Driver's license

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test instruments

MV safety procedures

Job description

Overview

The Power Generation Tech is responsible for performing various mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs on offshore facilities, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Properly terminate medium voltage equipment such as motors, VFDs, starters, MCCs, and generators.
• Work with and direct assistants as needed, ensuring safe operations.
• Maintain physical fitness to perform job duties effectively.
• Communicate effectively with customers on job locations and manage jobs without supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair low and medium voltage equipment such as motors, motor starters, generators, VFDs, MCCs, and switchgears.
• Participate in safety training and assist in procedures such as first aid, CPR, fire drills, and emergency evacuation.
• Travel to work sites via marine or helicopter transport as required.
• Provide account manager support via phone and email.
• Complete preventative maintenance on department equipment.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Take proper care of test instruments and tools in their care.

Qualifications

• Experienced with low voltage systems and generators.
• Full knowledge and awareness of medium voltage safety procedures.
• Possess a solid understanding of electrical practices and theory for low and medium voltage systems.
• May need to reside at the worksite on a predetermined schedule.
• 3-5 years of experience with medium voltage systems (2100VAC-13800VAC).
• 3+ years of offshore/inland power generation electrical experience.
• Valid TWIC card.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
• Willing to work on-call shifts and be available for work 24/7.
• Comfortable with heights and flying, as the position involves working on both land and offshore projects.