Maintenance Mechanic

Brief Description

Ormond Beach Generation Station is an operating power facility with a generation capacity of at least 1,500 megawatts (MW). The station plays a critical role in supporting California’s energy grid, utilizing a variety of high-pressure steam and turbine systems to deliver reliable power to the region.

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Maintenance Mechanic to support the operation and reliability of our mechanical systems and power generation equipment. In this role, you will install, inspect, maintain, and repair plant equipment including turbines, pumps, boilers, and associated piping and systems.

This position requires advanced mechanical knowledge, fabrication skills, and the ability to work in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces and at elevations.

• Install, maintain, inspect, and repair plant equipment (e.g., turbines, pumps, heat exchangers, boilers).
• Diagnose and correct mechanical issues on rotating and stationary equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including PdM activities.
• Fabricate tools, fixtures, and plant components as needed.
• Operate machining tools such as drill presses, lathes, and boring mills.
• Conduct pipe fitting, rigging, valve packing, insulation removal / replacement, and plumbing tasks.
• Complete required documentation for maintenance tasks and equipment status.
• Ensure safe work practices and adherence to environmental regulations.
• Provide guidance and skill enhancement support to less experienced personnel.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience—preferably in a power plant or heavy industrial environment.
• Proficient with rigging, machining, and mechanical diagnostics.
• Experience with welding and machine tools preferred.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with rotating equipment, PdM, and root cause analysis techniques.

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high‑voltage protective gear.
• Working near high‑voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders and stairs.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Participation in a post‑offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
• Shift work with irregular hours, 24/7 on‑call support may be required.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full‑time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401(k), flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer‑sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.