Maintenance Operator

Calpine • Wilmington, DE

95d

About The Position

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Requirements

• High School or Vocational School education.
• At least two (2) years' experience in power plant maintenance or operations, combustion turbine maintenance or equivalent.
• In depth knowledge of utility or industrial facility materials practices preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Safety awareness and adherence to regulatory, company and site policies and procedures.
• Decision making and problem solving skills.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at all times.
• Must be able to pass qualification tests prior to the Company awarding the position.
• Must be able to talk, walk, stand, sit, stoop, reach above shoulder, climb, and crawl, do heavy lifting, and must be able to see color.
• Must possess or obtain within six months valid TWIC credentials.
• Must adhere to Calpine's physical requirement standards.

Responsibilities

• Works alone or with others as part of a team as directed.
• May be required to oversee the work of others of similar or lesser classifications.
• Observes, records and evaluates data; maintains and reviews operational and maintenance reporting logs.
• Will be assigned outside or inside duties and may work shift work, scheduled work, over time or irregular hours.
• Ensures adequate turnover of information between shifts.
• Reads blueprints, instruction manuals, and other similar documents as necessary for proper operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Cooperates and communicates fully with all organizational personnel.
• Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping.
• Must be knowledgeable of and act upon emergency procedures during non-routine situations.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees