Power Plant Machinist & Maintenance Technician

Direct Energy Business; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Energy Business in Houston is seeking a skilled Machinist to provide support in power generation equipment maintenance. This role involves operating manual lathes and boring mills, maintaining compliance with safety standards, and assisting in the care of generating station equipment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, significant machining experience, and strong mechanical aptitude. The role is based in a dynamic power plant environment and requires readiness for various working conditions and emergency callouts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ Machinist experience required.
• 3 years’ industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment and general maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide manual machinist support of power generation equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance in an electrical generating power plant.
• Recognize safety hazards and follow guidelines.

Skills

Manual Machining

Mechanical Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Basic Math Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manual Lathes

Boring Mills

Job description

Direct Energy Business in Houston is seeking a skilled Machinist to provide support in power generation equipment maintenance. This role involves operating manual lathes and boring mills, maintaining compliance with safety standards, and assisting in the care of generating station equipment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, significant machining experience, and strong mechanical aptitude. The role is based in a dynamic power plant environment and requires readiness for various working conditions and emergency callouts.