Operations and Maintenance Technician

Operations and Maintenance Technician 2 – Ethos Energy

Ethos Energy is currently seeking Operations and Maintenance Technicians to join the team at our 3 - GE Frame 6B facility located in Amarillo, TX. The Operating Maintenance Technician (OMT) is a multi‑craft position requiring the technician to perform all functions related to power plant operations and maintenance, including installation of small pumps and motors, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation, CEMS, and electrical systems within the facility.

The OMT will strictly adhere to all Ethos Energy safety and environmental policies and procedures.

• Competently operates and maintains a generating facility and all associated auxiliary and support equipment with minimal guidance or assistance.
• Make excellent operating decisions based on plant procedures, environmental regulations, safety procedures, and using good judgment based on operating data.
• Operate equipment locally via PLC panel interfaces when needed.
• Communicate plant issues and keep the OMT 1, Lead OMT, and/or Facility Manager informed of unusual conditions, damaged equipment, and job progress.
• Perform all functions related to plant operations including daily rounds, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, lockout/tagout, and inspections.
• Complete outside operator qualifications in a timely manner.
• Open and close circuit breakers as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.
• Troubleshoot and repair all types of facility equipment.
• Proper use of electrical test equipment and other similar tools as required.
• Perform mechanical maintenance of equipment as required.
• Perform maintenance on electrical systems (consistent with Ethos Energy electrical safety practices).
• Read meters and gauges to monitor and record data such as temperature, vibration, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels.
• Maintain drawings and prints as required.
• Use facility operating procedures and equipment technical manuals to maintain and repair site equipment within manufacturer specifications.
• Utilize CMMS to report and update all corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all areas of the plant.
• Perform contractor oversight and ensure safe work practices are adhered to.
• Work a scheduled shift which requires a flexible work schedule, including weekends and holidays.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Familiarity with 40
  
  CFR Part 75 and Part 60 environmental regulations.
• Will be required to operate forklift trucks, man lifts, and other similar equipment as required.
• Read, understand, and comply with all regulatory and facility safety procedures.

• Experience in operations of either a simple or combined‑cycle power station or both is preferred.
• DCS experience is desired.
• Experience in electrical generation is desired.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in an industrial environment and the ability to demonstrate journeyman level knowledge in a maintenance craft.
• Experience with utilizing a corrective maintenance management system.
• Working knowledge of CEMS and DAHS systems preferred.
• Experience with operations of low, medium, and high voltage switch gear and transformers is preferred.

• High school graduate.
• Apprenticeship or technical trade school a plus.

• Stand, walk, use hands and fingers dexterously to operate tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate orally frequently required.
• Sitting for extended periods may be required.
• Work a 12‑hour shift rotation.
• Lift and transport up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Work overtime, callouts, and irregular hours as needed to support reliable operation of the facility.

• Approved hourly rate of $42.65 – $46.71 based on education and skill set.
• Supportive company culture that values its employees.
• Paid parental leave, time off & holidays.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Personal development & career succession planning.
• Company-sponsored perks & discount programs.

Ethos Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.