Power Plant Operator: Safe, Efficient Plant & Systems

Calpine Corporation; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine Corporation in Maine seeks a journey-level technician to start, stop and monitor plant equipment, read gauges, and record activities. You will perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, assist with system improvements, and ensure safe operations. Requires 6+ years' related experience, safety regulatory knowledge, and a state driver’s license. Maine boiler/license qualifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 6 years directly related experience including understanding of health and safety regulations
• Experience with machinery repair and control systems
• Experience using test equipment and calibration appliances
• Valid state driver’s license
• Must hold or qualify to meet State Licensing requirements (Maine)

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and monitor equipment; read gauges and log activities
• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical equipment; perform overhaul tasks
• Perform chemical analysis and log chemistry records
• Contribute to development of standard operating procedures and plant improvements
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations; operate heavy equipment safely

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Chemistry knowledge

Physics knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/vocational training

State Boiler/Stationary Engineer License

Job description

Calpine Corporation in Maine seeks a journey-level technician to start, stop and monitor plant equipment, read gauges, and record activities. You will perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, assist with system improvements, and ensure safe operations. Requires 6+ years' related experience, safety regulatory knowledge, and a state driver’s license. Maine boiler/license qualifications preferred.