Power Plant Maintenance Apprentice

Calpin; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Calpine is seeking a Power Operations Co‑Op Development Program participant to gain hands-on experience in plant maintenance and operations, with opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills. The program focuses on experiential, structured development to prepare candidates for future roles within Operations and Maintenance.

The position involves maintenance work on plant equipment, participation in shift rotations, and collaboration with a team to ensure efficiency and compliance

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full- or part-time student in an approved Applied Science (AAS) in Process Technology program.
• Adherence to Safety Policies and Code of Ethics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work autonomously and handle multiple deadlines.
• Team player with ability to tackle issues and learn new methods.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance on plant equipment to support efficiency and appearance.
• Works call-outs to maintain plant availability and repairs electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Inspects maintenance clearances, troubleshoots, disassembles/reassembles equipment and parts.
• May perform preventative maintenance and contribute to procedures and spare parts inventory.
• Assists with planning and spare parts inventory and requisitioning processes.
• Prepares reports as directed by management and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations and maintains a safe work environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Autonomy

Team player

Energy industry knowledge

Education

AAS in Process Technology

Job description

Calpine is seeking a Power Operations Co‑Op Development Program participant to gain hands-on experience in plant maintenance and operations, with opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills. The program focuses on experiential, structured development to prepare candidates for future roles within Operations and Maintenance.

The position involves maintenance work on plant equipment, participation in shift rotations, and collaboration with a team to ensure efficiency and compliance