Power Plant Operator & Maintenance Technician

Calpine Corporation; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,614 - 79,900; Full time

Job summary

Calpine is seeking a journey-level technician to start, stop and monitor plant equipment, read gauges, and log activities. The role involves diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems to keep operations safe, efficient and compliant.

Responsibilities include assisting in standard operating procedures, improving plant reliability and handling bulk chemicals with proper safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or technical/vocational equivalent.
• 6 years of related experience including health and safety regulations and working with hazardous energy, chemicals and waste.
• Experience with machinery repair and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and monitor equipment; read gauges and record activities.
• Operate and maintain plant systems safely and efficiently.
• Perform inspection, maintenance and repairs of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Develop and suggest standard operating procedures to improve plant efficiency, reliability and safety.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and plant procedures.
• Operate heavy equipment and handle bulk chemicals as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Chemistry knowledge

Physics knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mathematics basics

Test equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/vocational training

Military experience (or equivalent)

Tools

Calibration appliances

Test equipment

Job description

Calpine is seeking a journey-level technician to start, stop and monitor plant equipment, read gauges, and log activities. The role involves diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems to keep operations safe, efficient and compliant.

Responsibilities include assisting in standard operating procedures, improving plant reliability and handling bulk chemicals with proper safety protocols.