Power Plant Mechanic Trainee III/IV

US Army Corps of Engineers; Riverdale Township (ND); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Power Plant Trainee Mechanic to join a hydroelectric facility team. You will inspect, adjust, maintain, repair, test, install, and modify mechanical equipment under journeyman guidance to ensure reliable operation of plant systems and water control structures.

This hands-on role focuses on developing technical competencies in mechanical systems while contributing to safe, efficient power generation and infrastructure maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, adjust, maintain, repair, test, install, and modify mechanical equipment and systems in a hydroelectric facility.
• Work under journeyman guidance to ensure reliability and safe operation of power plant infrastructure.
• Support water control structures and switchyard components as part of routine maintenance.

Job description

Position Overview/Duties

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: As a Power Plant Trainee Mechanic, you will work under journeyman guidance to inspect, adjust, maintain, repair, test, install, and modify mechanical equipment, systems, and structures within a hydroelectric power plant, switchyard, and associated water control structures.