Power Plant Maintenance Technician - Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E)

Job Summary To maintain the instrumentation, control, electrical and mechanical systems of a 2 unit GT24 Combined Cycle plant to meet the specific energy generation requirements of the Vistra system in a safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally sound manner. This position will pay between $40 - $50 per hour depending upon experience. Responsibilities Perform routine and emergency maintenance on the plant instrumentation, control, electrical and mechanical systems with minimum supervision, including weekends, holidays, and scheduled shift. Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting and resolution of plant instrumentation, control, electrical and mechanical systems’ issues. Inspect, repair, install and remove various types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, circuit breakers, motor control equipment, cabling, buswork and storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 4160 volts. Tune and calibrate boiler controls to ensure safe and optimum boiler performance. Calibrate turbine controls and turbine valve actuators for safe and optimum turbine performance. Maintain and calibrate all plant instrumentation to provide reliable operational information to operations and support personnel. Document and maintain records of instrumentation, control, electrical and mechanical maintenance history. Maintains CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems) in accordance with state and federal compliance guidelines. Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair plant electronic, pneumatic systems, analyzers, facility computers, process control/PLC equipment and instrumentation. Knowledge of power plant mechanical equipment as well as safety policies and procedures, especially in the areas of LOTO, chemical handling, heavy equipment, rotating machinery, confined spaces. Experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of rotating equipment including pumps, mechanical seals, gas and steam turbines, generators, fans, bearings, gaskets, couplings, alignment, etc.). Knowledge of heat recovery steam generators and related equipment, piping systems (valves, actuators, flanges, hangers, etc.), and lube oil, analysis, filtration & hydraulic oil systems Must be able to locate, trouble-shoot, and adjust defects in mechanical equipment. Requirements High school graduate or equivalent, trade school, related military service training programs or technical training school programs All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. All communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process. 4-6 years maintenance experience in power generation facilities or similar industrial facilities and field is preferred Must have knowledge of Safety and Environment rules as they relate to electrical maintenance. Capable of frequently standing; walking; sitting; climbing; stooping and crouching; kneeling; reaching; pushing; pulling; grasping; talking; lifting and hearing The job also requires carrying, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Worker will be exposed to temperatures greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit; equipment noise greater than 85 dbl; and hazards such as high-pressure steam lines. The job requires the ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions while exposed to heat, cold, operating machinery, energized wires, loud noise, dust, grease, oil and fumes. Capable of using computer, telephone, radio, hand-held tools, power equipment, etc. Must be able to frequently climb stairs; climb ladders to and work from elevated platforms and walkways at elevations of 75 feet or more. Will be required to occasionally work in tight and confined spaces. Ability to enter and work in a confined space. Must be able to pass a respirator fit test. Personal protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, chemical suits, and high voltage protective equipment). Ability to work call out maintenance. Ability to hear audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment, and portable radio communication. Ability to perform first aid and CPR. Must be available and able to work overtime as assigned. *** Level of position will be determined by applicable education and experience. Education: High school graduate or equivalent, trade school, related military service training programs or technical training school programs 4-6 years or more maintenance experience in power generation facilities or similar industrial facilities and field is preferred. Must possess basic math skills, good verbal communications skills and be proficient with the use of power and precision tools. Must have knowledge of Safety and Environment rules as they relate to electrical maintenance. Working knowledge of CMMS. Familiarity of Maximo preferred. Job Family Plant Operations Company Luminant Power LLC Locations Blackstone, MA Massachusetts We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, "lighting up lives, powering a better way forward" and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io to make a request. #J-18808-Ljbffr TXU Retail Services Company