Power Plant Operations Apprentice

Calpin; Coyote (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine seeks an experienced plant operator to assist in the operation and maintenance of turbines, pumps, and auxiliary equipment. You will monitor performance, record data, and participate in calibration tasks to ensure safe, efficient power generation.

Responsibilities include routine troubleshooting of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, supporting shutoffs/starts, and maintaining logs and compliance with local regulations while supporting a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 0–4 years of related experience.
• Experience with test equipment and calibration appliances is preferred.
• Experience with machinery repair and control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating plant equipment, starting/stopping pumps and auxiliary gear.
• Record plant data and monitor performance.
• Inspect equipment and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain logs and support safe, compliant operations.

Skills

Test equipment

Calibration tools

Machinery repair

Control systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Calibration appliances

Machinery repair

Control systems

Job description

Calpine seeks an experienced plant operator to assist in the operation and maintenance of turbines, pumps, and auxiliary equipment. You will monitor performance, record data, and participate in calibration tasks to ensure safe, efficient power generation.

Responsibilities include routine troubleshooting of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, supporting shutoffs/starts, and maintaining logs and compliance with local regulations while supporting a safe work environment.