Power Plant Fuel Handling Technician

Cleco; Lena (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleco in Louisiana is seeking an experienced Power Plant Fuel Handling Technician II to operate fuel handling equipment and support generation units, ensuring fuel supply meets plant needs while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

You will perform shift duties, assist in routine maintenance, mentor junior technicians, and communicate risks to supervisors, contributing to high equipment availability and reliable plant operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with related vocational or technical training preferred.
• 3-5+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of leading practices for their area of responsibility.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job.
• Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment.
• Step progression levels based on skill proficiency and scope of job.

Responsibilities

• Operate fuel handling equipment to meet unit fuel needs safely and efficiently.
• Safeguard equipment during operations and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Perform shift maintenance inspections and support plant maintenance as needed.
• Manage fuel storage and maintain access routes to the site.
• Assist entry-level fuel handling technicians and provide guidance.
• Communicate updates and identify risks to the supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Technical aptitude

Learning on the job

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Cleco, we're not just powering lives—we're powering a cleaner, smarter future for Louisiana. With bold investments in innovative energy solutions, we’re transforming how we power our communities: smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable. This is a long-term commitment to our people and our communities because our future—and the future of generations to come—depends on it. If you're ready to make an impact where it matters most, join us at Cleco—where we're Energizing Your Tomorrow.

The Power Plant Fuel Handling Technician II is an experienced technician that operates stationary and mobile (heavy) equipment and assists in the maintenance efforts of the electric generating unit equipment. Perform duties in accordance with plant, corporate and environmental procedures to meet the fuel needs of the generating units. Execute shift duties in a manner to assure high equipment availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Champions a corporate culture that emphasizes transparency, integrity, safety, environmental responsibility, employee development, sense of belonging, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Operates the fuel handling stationary equipment in a manner to consistently meet the fuel needs of the generating unit. Safeguard equipment during operations to avoid equipment damage and housekeeping issues. Operates the systems in an environmentally responsible and safe manner.
• Performs minor maintenance activities when on shift and supports plant maintenance as required especially during outages. Performs shift inspections daily to ensure proactive maintenance and prevent catastrophic failures. Explores and reports equipment issues to improve the overall maintenance efforts of the fuel handling systems.
• Manage the fuel storage pile to prevent run-off and fuel degradation. Maintain plant roads as required to allow for safe travel on the site.
• Assist entry-level fuel handling technicians to help train and support them in their job responsibilities.
• Provide communication to their supervisor to provide updates on fuel handling activities and identify risks.

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent with related vocational or technical training preferred
• 3-5+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of leading practices for their area of responsibility
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job
• Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment, present ideas and opinions in a respective manner
• Step progression levels based on skill proficiency and scope of job

Key Competencies

BEHAVIORAL

• Building Partnerships
• Leading Teams
• Business Acumen
• Communication
• Courage
• Building Self-Insight
• Driving for Results
• Energizing the Organization
• Driving Execution
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Driving Innovation
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety
• Establishing Strategic Direction

TECHNICAL

• Analytical skills
• Compliance
• Plant Equipment Utilization

May perform other duties as assigned.