RRE O&M Operations Tech
Listed on 2026-01-22
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Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician
Location: Semora
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This position is a multskilled role that requires qualification within the Operations job family as well as qualification in two secondary skillsets (IC&E and Mechanical) as outlined in FHG-PRC-NA-AD-0090.
This position is responsible for following approved procedures for the start‑up, shutdown, normal operations, monitoring, servicing, and maintenance of all equipment and systems at the coal generating facility. Must be familiar with emergency procedures to follow during periods of abnormal operation. Accountable for knowing and adhering to all location safety procedures including red tagging and personal protective equipment. Performs maintenance of plant equipment, troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates equipment.
Position must monitor equipment performance through test, analysis, and report variances.
- High School Diploma / GED
- Valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated basic computer skills utilizing Windows applications, e‑mail and work management software.
- Demonstrated mechanical, electrical or I&C experience.
- Ability to wear all required safety equipment and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to pass respiratory physical and wear all personal protective equipment.
- Ability to undergo training and participate in specialty team training, including Fire Brigade, Confined Space, Rescue, Hazmat & First Responder.
- Ability to attend various training classes and successfully complete an employee development and qualification program (EDQP).
- Successful completion of EEI’s Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) and/or Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS).
- Ability to work around equipment that generates electromagnetic fields (EMF).
- This position contains a weight restriction of 325 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight‑rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within the maximum allowed weight loading.
- Ability to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, climb ladders, work in extreme heat or cold, walk/work on grating surfaces at extreme heights.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work at heights and from suspended work platforms.
- Required to work in all areas of the power plant, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year—including exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and humidity.
- Frequent weekend and holiday work.
- Required to climb ladders and stairs at various heights, enter vessels or equipment with limited access.
- May be exposed to high stress situations and required to be available for emergency response as needed.
- Potential shift work.
- Potential exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated basic computer skills utilizing Windows applications, e‑mail and work management software.
- Demonstrated mechanical, electrical or I&C experience.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to monitor and troubleshoot equipment in fluid system operation (pumps, valves, boilers, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience or training in computer-controlled equipment.
- Demonstrated experience working with mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Demonstrated skills, attitude and ability to work safely.
- Demonstrated positive work attitude, initiative and the ability to work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work independently without the need of close supervision, but can also function well in a team environment.
- Demonstrated experience or training in hazardous material spills, fire brigade and first responder.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experiences.
5-15%
Relocation AssistanceNo
Union PositionNo
Visa Sponsored PositionNo
Posting Expiration DateSaturday, January 31,…
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