Plant Mechanic

About the Job

Application Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026 12:00pm

Abbreviated Job Description:

The duties listed are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the classification. Under the direction of the Plant Mechanic Foreman, performs a variety of skilled mechanical maintenance and repair work on hydroelectric generating and pumping plant equipment; performs related work as required.

Examples of duties:

The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of the duties and responsibilities of the classification. Work as a member of a crew engaged in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and rebuilding of hydroelectric generating and pumping plant equipment. Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment. Operate forklifts, aerial lifts, overhead bridge and gantry cranes and perform rigging connected with maintenance. Overhaul and repair of turbines, generators, motors, pumps, compressors, filters, eductors, valves, pipes, penstocks and radial gate drive systems. Perform finish grinding and installation of turbine runners and seals. Design, fabricate and manufacture tools, jigs, and fixtures; fabricate parts from stock material. Operate precision lathes, milling, boring, radial arm, drill press, and grinding machines. Perform finish structural and pipe welding using MIG, TIG, acetylene and arc welders. Other duties as may be required.

Requires the Knowledge of:

Crane operations and rigging equipment to move or place heavy equipment in repair and installation work. Dismantling, assembly, overhaul and repair of hydroelectric plant machinery and related equipment. Performing repairs or maintenance using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or welding equipment. Interpreting blueprint, specifications or diagrams. Plumbing (copper, steel, SS, PVC, ABS, Victaulic, soldered, threaded, glued).

Must possess the Ability to:

Perform journey-level mechanical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of hydroelectric plant systems. Read and understand technical documents associated with mechanical equipment . Apply supervisorial skills for use in a lead position while supervising apprentices.Anticipate problems, develop new approaches and make innovative changes in work methods, techniques, and procedures . Precision align rotating machinery . Use precision measuring tools . Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships . Regularly and consistently meet attendance/punctuality requirements . Follow instructions, work independently and cooperatively with others .

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All applications must be received no later than the application deadline listed above.

A resume and cover letter are required. Failure to include either will disqualify your application.