Power Plant Mechanic & Maintenance Operator II

VetJobs; Willis (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Willis, TX is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operator to perform mechanical maintenance on power plant equipment including pumps, piping, and valves. The role requires reading prints, welding (GTAW/SMAW), and using overhead cranes and rigging.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in industrial mechanical roles, with high school education and an Associate degree in welding or machining preferred. Some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance of power plant equipment.
• Ability to read prints, perform measurements and alignments.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and lockout/tag out.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, identify, maintain, and repair power plant equipment.
• Perform mechanical maintenance on pumps, piping, and associated components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, drill press, lathe, grinder, and threader.
• Utilize overhead cranes, rigging and lifting equipment as required.
• Read prints, follow Fossil Tagging Procedure, and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Pumps & valves

Rigging

Overhead cranes

Welding GTAW SMAW

Reading prints

Troubleshooting

Education

High School/GED

Associate degree welding/machinist/mechanics

Job description

Entergy Willis, TX is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operator to perform mechanical maintenance on power plant equipment including pumps, piping, and valves. The role requires reading prints, welding (GTAW/SMAW), and using overhead cranes and rigging.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in industrial mechanical roles, with high school education and an Associate degree in welding or machining preferred. Some overtime may be required.