Mechanical Maintenance Technician

NAES•Colbert, GA

10d•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Colbert, Georgia, the Madison Biomass Facility also produces 55 net megawatts of renewable energy by transforming responsibly harvested wood biomass into electricity. Designed to meet both environmental and operational excellence, the plant features advanced emissions control technologies—including a Foster Wheeler boiler, hot precipitator, and SCR system. Madison contributes to cleaner air, reliable energy, and the long-term sustainability of Georgia’s energy infrastructure by delivering consistent, low-carbon power to the community. Opportunity Summary The Mechanical Maintenance Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a biomass power generation facility. This role involves performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on mechanical equipment, with emphasis on biomass systems such as fuel conveyors, wood-fired boilers, ash handling systems, and steam turbines. The technician uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, track trends, and support data-driven planning. They help ensure system reliability during normal operations and outages, often working with operations staff and contractors to meet safety and quality standards. Your scope of responsibility as Mechanical Maintenance Technician includes the following primary functions:

Requirements

High school education, providing a solid foundation in procedures and instructions.
Extensive hands-on experience in maintenance at a biomass or similar power-generating facility, preferably as a plant mechanic, millwright, or equivalent skilled trade role.
In-depth understanding of biomass plant operations and fuel handling systems, with demonstrated ability to perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on mechanical and balance-of-plant equipment including conveyors, feeders, fans, pumps, valves, air compressors, ash handling systems, and steam turbines.
Strong commitment to safety practices and environmental regulations, ensuring compliance during all phases of maintenance and repairs, including supervision of contractors to maintain safety and quality standards.
Skilled in assembling, disassembling, aligning, and repairing mechanical and rotating equipment, with proficiency using precision measuring tools, welding equipment, machining tools, diagnostic instruments, and rigging gear.
Familiarity with biomass-specific maintenance challenges, such as fouling, corrosion, and material buildup, and ability to respond quickly to mechanical issues affecting fuel flow or steam generation.
Proficient in reading and interpreting instrumentation and process indicators such as temperature, pressure, vibration, fluid flow, and emissions data, with the ability to assess and respond to abnormal conditions.
Competent in documenting maintenance activities clearly and accurately, contributing to a comprehensive historical record and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Effective collaborator and communicator, able to work with cross-functional teams during outages and daily maintenance activities.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

An Associate Degree in Power Plant Technology or a related technical field, particularly with a focus on mechanical or maintenance training, is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

Participate in the plant’s preventive, routine, and predictive maintenance programs by completing scheduled work, using CMMS tools, and gathering operational data to improve mechanical system reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues affecting biomass-specific systems, including fuel feed conveyors, vibrating grates, and ash removal equipment.
Maintain, repair, and overhaul a range of plant mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, fans, gearboxes, air compressors, and steam turbines.
Support boiler outages and maintenance periods by inspecting high-temperature pressure parts, soot blowers, expansion joints, and associated piping for wear, fouling, and thermal fatigue.
Collaborate with operators and other maintenance personnel to ensure coordinated plant operation, equipment availability, and safety performance.
Assist in updating and improving maintenance procedures to reflect actual conditions and manufacturer recommendations, especially for biomass combustion equipment.
Coordinate and execute mechanical work during scheduled outages, minimizing downtime while ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and safety objectives.
Operate and maintain shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and balancing tools to fabricate or refurbish components as needed.
Install and modify piping, brackets, supports, and mechanical components associated with biomass fuel delivery systems and steam cycle equipment.
Monitor and interpret readings from gauges, transmitters, and process indicators related to pressure, temperature, vibration, fluid flow, and steam generation.
Maintain spare parts inventory for biomass plant components and ensure maintenance records, drawings, and technical documentation are accurate and accessible.
Oversee and guide contractors during mechanical repairs, equipment replacements, and upgrades, ensuring adherence to plant safety practices and technical requirements.
Complete additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager, contributing to the plant’s overall performance and regulatory compliance.