Senior Power Plant Technician: Critical Facility Ops

Tulane National Biomedical Research Center; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tulane National Biomedical Research Center in Covington, LA is seeking a Senior Power Plant Technician to oversee the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical utility systems supporting biomedical research facilities.

You will inspect, operate, and troubleshoot boilers, chillers, generators, pumps, and HVAC equipment; perform preventive and corrective maintenance; and document actions while responding to alarms and malfunctions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in power plant operations including boilers, chillers, generators and related systems.
• Strong skills in electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation for utility plants.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on building infrastructure.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance around critical lab facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain power plant equipment to ensure continuous, reliable utility services.
• Inspect and troubleshoot boilers, chillers, pumps, HVAC systems, and electrical components.
• Document work performed and respond to alarms or equipment malfunctions.
• Collaborate with facilities, engineering, and research teams to plan system upgrades.

Skills

Power plant operations

Electrical systems & instrumentation

Preventive and corrective maintenance

Troubleshooting complex systems

Reading technical drawings/manuals

On-site collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; tech/vocational training in power plant tech

Tools

Boilers, chillers, generators, HVAC systems

Job description

The Tulane National Biomedical Research Center in Covington, LA is seeking a Senior Power Plant Technician to oversee the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical utility systems supporting biomedical research facilities.

You will inspect, operate, and troubleshoot boilers, chillers, generators, pumps, and HVAC equipment; perform preventive and corrective maintenance; and document actions while responding to alarms and malfunctions.