Senior Hydro Plant Mechanic

Tawwa; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

LCRA Energy Services is seeking a driven Senior Mechanic based in Austin to oversee maintenance and repair of hydro mechanical equipment including turbines, generators, floodgates, valves and pumps. You will read blueprints, consult manuals, and coordinate with electrical and controls personnel to ensure reliable operation.

Four or more years of maintenance experience are required; a mechanical/industrial maintenance degree may substitute; a valid driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in maintenance and/or repair of mechanical equipment.
• A degree(s) in mechanical or industrial maintenance, instrumentation, controls or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Driver's license

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair, and test mechanical equipment.
• Read blueprints, consult manuals and parts lists to assist in performing work; keep drawings and schematics up to date and accurate.
• Assist electrical and controls personnel in performing bearing work, friction and anti-friction, on equipment like turbine-generators and pumps.
• Perform planning and scheduling of work (checking parts availability, equipment availability, and labor). May provide guidance to maintenance crews periodically.
• Operate handheld manual tools and power tools (e.g., rock saws and cut-off saws) in performing repair and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Education

Degree in mechanical or industrial maintenance

Job description

LCRA Energy Services is seeking a driven Senior Mechanic based in Austin to oversee maintenance and repair of hydro mechanical equipment including turbines, generators, floodgates, valves and pumps. You will read blueprints, consult manuals, and coordinate with electrical and controls personnel to ensure reliable operation.

Four or more years of maintenance experience are required; a mechanical/industrial maintenance degree may substitute; a valid driver's license is essential.