Combustion Turbine Tech II

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The IC&E/ Combustion Turbine Technician responsible for the maintenance and repair of all instruments, controls, and electrical systems at the plant in a safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally compliant manner and is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, and monitoring of all plant systems and equipment.

This position will be filled as a Combustion Turbine Tech I or II, based on experience.

• Start up, operate, and shut down mechanical and electrical equipment, including distributed control systems, to meet operational goals.
• Maintain high safety standards and environmental compliance, including hazardous materials handling and adherence to OSHA regulations.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and support electrical switching up to 230 kV.
• Assist in training, procedure development, contractor oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiently use SAP for maintenance and inventory, interpret technical data, and communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners (e.g., CAISO, SCE, AEP, CenterPoint, TCEQ, Texas
  
  RE, & ERCOT).
• Perform dual roles the required activities of the Control Room Operator and Outside Operator while working with other assigned personnel in the performance of all shift activities in a professional manner. Activities include the operation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of all equipment; testing and treatment of plant water; creation and maintenance of plant records; extensive use of personal computers and distributed control systems.
• Perform switching of electrical equipment up to 230 kV.
• Perform other assigned independent, team, or shift activities that include but are not limited to; industrial safety program activities; routine maintenance tasks; housekeeping and general facility preservation; and whatever other activity you are directed to perform.

Power Plant Environment-Work both inside and outside in all temperatures and climate conditions in accordance with Heat Stress procedures. Around large rotating equipment, energized electrical equipment in high noise areas, and/or in confined places, on elevations in excess of 250 feet, or from platforms at heights of 5 feet or greater. Climb stairways, ladders, and work from aerial devices.

• Combustion Turbine Tech I:
  High School diploma or GED and 3 years’ related power plant experience
  OR
  Associates’ degree in Instrumentation or related degree and 2 years’ related industrial/process experience
  Valid State Driver’s License
  Successful candidates must receive a rating of Recommended on the NRG pre-employment assessment test.
• Combustion Turbine Tech II:
  High School diploma or GED and 2 years’ related power plant experience
  OR
  Associates’ degree in Instrumentation or related degree and 0 years’ related power plant experience
  Valid State Driver’s License
  Successful candidates must receive a rating of Recommended on the NRG pre-employment assessment test.

• Experience including instrumentation systems, preferably P.L.C., ABB and Bailey DCS or comparable industry.
• Associates’ degree in Instrumentation or related degree and at least 1 year of related power plant experience.

• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in reading and interpreting logic diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals; experienced with DCS, PLCs, and plant monitoring systems.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making:
  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to make sound decisions independently in high‑pressure situations.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Knowledgeable in Lockout/Tagout procedures, emergency protocols, and plant safety standards.
• Teamwork & Communication:
  Effective…