Operations & Maintenance Technician - Moses Lake

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Joining IHI Power Services Corporation (IPSC) means you'll be joining a team in which employees are recognized as the backbone of the company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a 401K and provides a range of benefit options covering your wellness needs.

At IHI, Diversity, Respect, and Inclusion are not simply initiatives, they are a commitment from the entire organization, treating everyone with respect, valuing people's differences, and empowering everyone to have a voice.

IPSC provides operations, maintenance, management, and power support services to the US Power Generation Industry across the United States. Our team is comprised of experts from diverse backgrounds of technical fields, including power operations, engineering, asset management, as well as finance, human resources, administration, safety and environmental. With this diverse background coupled with extensive years of employee experience, IPSC provides exceptional operations, maintenance, management, and development expertise to a variety of power assets.

IHI Power Service Corp. (IPSC) has a career opportunity for an Operations & Maintenance Technician at the Air Plant 1 plant in Moses Lake, WA. The hourly range for the position is $38.00 to $42.00 per hour, depending on experience.

The Operations & Maintenance Technician is integral to our jet fuel production and decarbonization processes, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to safety and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in industrial operations, mechanical systems, and a passion for advancing sustainable technologies.

Operations:

• Monitor, operate, and maintain equipment used in the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
• Execute startup, shutdown, and routine operational procedures for jet fuel synthesis systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize downtime.

Maintenance & Repairs:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Conduct routine inspections and calibration of machinery to meet operational standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Familiarity with decarbonization technologies, synthetic fuel production, and jet fuel processes.
• Understanding of chemical processing equipment, including reactors, separators, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and control systems.

Safety & Compliance:

• Follow strict safety protocols and environmental regulations to ensure compliance with local and international standards.
• Participate in safety drills, hazard assessments, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of operating logs, maintenance activities, safety inspections, and compliance records.

Process Optimization:

• Demonstrate knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and control systems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, and operations.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• High school diploma or GED;
  Associate's degree or certification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Military or related field a plus
• Technical certifications (e.g., OSHA, NCCER, or HAZWOPER) are a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in operations or maintenance within the energy, aviation, or fuel production sectors.
• Experience with decarbonization technologies, synthetic fuels, or chemical processing is highly preferred.

Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Must know the hazards involved and the safety precautions to be practiced in the operation and maintenance of industrial plant equipment and machinery.
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