Power Plant Reliability Technician

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology seeks a Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic for the Central Utilities Plant. The role maintains mechanical systems, follows safety practices, and supports CUP operations to ensure reliable plant performance.

Responsibilities include repairs, fabrication coordination with the MIT shop, and supervising safe work on heavy equipment, with occasional call-ins and shift work as schedules demand.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in power generation or central utility plant with large rotating equipment.
• EPA Freon certificate or ability to obtain within a year.
• Hoisting Licenses 1C and 3A required; Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Repair, install and maintain mechanical components for CUP Facilities.
• Perform welding, drilling, machining and quality control per prints and procedures.
• Train others and coordinate with contractors on specific tasks.

Skills

Power plant maintenance

Troubleshooting large rotating gear

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPA Freon Certificate (or ability to attain within a year)

Hoisting License 1C

Hoisting License 3A

Driver’s License

Job description

Massachusetts Institute of Technology seeks a Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic for the Central Utilities Plant. The role maintains mechanical systems, follows safety practices, and supports CUP operations to ensure reliable plant performance.

Responsibilities include repairs, fabrication coordination with the MIT shop, and supervising safe work on heavy equipment, with occasional call-ins and shift work as schedules demand.