Combustion Turbine Technician

Job Summary

The IC&E/Combustion Turbine Technician is 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. This role ensures 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, TexasRE, & ERCOT).
• Perform 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 routine maintenance tasks, industrial safety program activities, housekeeping and general facility preservation, and other directed activities.

Power Plant Environment:
Work both inside and outside in all temperatures and climate conditions, around large rotating equipment, energized electrical equipment, high noise areas, confined spaces, elevations greater than 250 ft, and platforms at heights of 5 ft or greater. Climb stairways, ladders, and work from aerial devices.

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

• Experience with instrumentation systems, preferably PLC, ABB, and Bailey DCS or comparable industry.
• Associate’s degree in Instrumentation or related field and at least 1 year of related power plant experience.

• Technical proficiency: reading and interpreting logic diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals; experienced with DCS, PLCs, and plant monitoring systems.
• Problem solving and decision making: strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with ability to make sound decisions independently in high-pressure situations.
• Safety and compliance: knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures, emergency protocols, and plant safety standards.
• Teamwork and communication: effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills; able to lead, collaborate, and influence others in a team environment.
• Operational versatility: capable of multitasking, performing calculations, and learning complex mechanical and electrical systems with minimal supervision. Detailed knowledge of power plant IC&E systems, including instrumentation, controls, and electrical skills.

• Must be prepared to work irregular or rotating shifts and respond to emergency callouts…