Senior Hydropower Technician & Team Leader

Elevate Power Management LLC; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holidays

401(k) match

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Elevate Power Management LLC in Providence, RI seeks a Senior Production Technician to oversee safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of hydropower plant equipment. You will mentor junior technicians and drive high safety, reliability, and performance standards across sites.

You’ll lead complex maintenance, troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues, and coordinate with engineers and project managers to maintain continuous energy generation while upholding HSSE

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in hydropower operations with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Background in technical training, the military, or a relevant industry strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex schematics (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical).
• Hands-on experience in rigging, lifting, welding, and electrical repair is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in both independent and collaborative environments.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regionally, including occasional overnight stays.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook.
• Experience with hydro turbine/generator systems, industrial electrical systems, and PLCs is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC programming and troubleshooting is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of hydropower generation stations.
• Perform and oversee complex maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks on turbines and associated systems.
• Supervise gate changes and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
• Monitor and report critical conditions and instrument readings during periods of significant runoff to support real-time decision-making.
• Plan and execute station and dam operations with strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Diagnose and resolve hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues; provide technical recommendations.
• Lead the implementation of a comprehensive equipment quality assessment and issue reporting program.
• Act as a contractor liaison as needed, reporting to supervisors or project managers.
• Ensure team compliance with Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) protocols.
• Operate in compliance with FERC regulations and support site readiness.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior Production Technicians.
• Set and model high standards in adaptability, professionalism, and response to emergencies or shifting priorities.
• Support operational continuity by being available for on-call duties, overtime, and emergency call-ins.
• Maintain flexibility to work at multiple stations, promoting collaboration and operational efficiency.
• Embody and promote our values, supporting team cohesion and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Reading Schematics

Mentoring

Communication

Office Suite

PLC Knowledge

PLC Programming

Field Travel

Education

Technical training or military experience preferred

Tools

PLC systems

Industrial electrical systems

Hydropower equipment

MS Office

Job description

Elevate Power Management LLC in Providence, RI seeks a Senior Production Technician to oversee safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of hydropower plant equipment. You will mentor junior technicians and drive high safety, reliability, and performance standards across sites.

You’ll lead complex maintenance, troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues, and coordinate with engineers and project managers to maintain continuous energy generation while upholding HSSE