Technical Assistant - Power

DSJ Global; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Technical Assistant - Power for our client in the Jacksonville, FL area. You will support Power & Recovery operations, drive training programs, analyze KPIs, and partner with Engineering on capital projects and equipment startups.

The role offers visibility within plant leadership and opportunities to contribute to a large-scale utility operation. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in industrial power or heavy industry, strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in industrial utilities/power generation.
• 5+ years in industrial power generation, utilities, pulp and paper, chemical manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience using operational data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and develop operations personnel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage training programs for Power Department personnel.
• Collect, analyze, and report operational KPIs to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Provide operational leadership as part of the plant's rotating weekend duty team.
• Serve as acting Assistant Superintendent when needed.
• Partner with Engineering on design, installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and systems.
• Assist with outages, shutdowns, and major maintenance activities.
• Promote safety, environmental stewardship, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

After-hours availability

Capital projects

Outage planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Technical Assistant - Power

Jacksonville, FL

Salary: $125,000 - $135,000 + Bonus + Relocation Assistance

Company Summary:

A global leader in sustainable packaging and paper products is seeking a Technical Assistant - Power to support its Power & Recovery operations in the Jacksonville area. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, supporting utility system reliability, leading training and development initiatives, and partnering with engineering on capital projects and equipment startups. The position offers strong visibility within plant leadership and the opportunity to contribute to the performance of a complex industrial operation.

The Technical Assistant - Power responsibilities include:

• Developing, implementing, and managing training programs for Power Department personnel to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
• Collecting, analyzing, and reporting operational KPIs to identify opportunities for performance improvements, increased reliability, and enhanced efficiency.
• Providing operational leadership and support as part of the plant's rotating weekend duty team.
• Serving as acting Assistant Superintendent when necessary to ensure continuity of leadership and operations.
• Partnering with Engineering to support the design, installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and systems.
• Assisting with the planning and execution of outages, shutdowns, and major maintenance activities.
• Promoting a strong culture of safety, environmental stewardship, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the department.

The Technical Assistant - Power should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience supporting industrial utilities, power generation, or related operations.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial power generation, utilities, pulp and paper, chemical manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience utilizing operational data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and develop operations personnel.
• Ability to support after-hours, weekend, and holiday operational needs as required.
• Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, startups, and outage planning is preferred.
• Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunity.
• Relocation assistance available.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities within a global manufacturing organization.
• Exposure to large-scale utility, recovery, and power generation operations.
• Strong leadership team and a culture focused on continuous improvement and employee development.