Operations & Maintenance Technician

Description

This position will work at both the Washington County (Sandersville)and AL Sandersville (Warthen) sites. The Washington County Power Plant site features four GE 7FA natural gas-fired combustion turbines. The AL Sandersville site features eight GE 7EA natural gas-fired combustion turbines. Together, these sites deliver reliable energy to the region.

The O&M Technician operates and maintains a simple-cycle power plant while applying advanced mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation skills. Depending on experience, candidates may start in a single-skill role or enter a multi-skilled position immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant systems to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on:
  • Electrical systems: switchgear, motors, breakers, plant wiring.
  • Instrumentation & controls: calibration, tuning, component replacement.
  • Mechanical systems: combustion turbines, pumps, compressors, valves, rotating equipment.
• Maintain control of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) processes and ensure proper safety protocols.
• Qualify as a control room operator and adhere to all plant operating procedures.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance records accurately.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs in a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
• 3-5 years of power plant experience.
• Experience with GE 7EA or 7FA combustion turbines preferred.
• Familiarity with Mark V, Mark VI, and Mark VIe control systems a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

All plant employees are expected to work safely at all times. Working at the power plant will involve:

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
• Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating switches, pushbuttons, and other controls.
• Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
• This position will be part of an on-call rotation.
• Weekend and overtime schedules are required.
• Living within 45 minutes of the plant is required.