Mechanical Technician II (Welder)

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) • Orlando, FL

3d • $81,324 - $93,997 • Onsite

About The Position

OUC is seeking a safety-focused Mechanical Technician II to support the reliability and performance of power generation equipment. The role performs troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, precision welding, fabrication, mechanical repairs, and maintenance activities on power plant systems and equipment. The technician is expected to develop mastery in a specialization, work independently on simple to moderate maintenance tasks, and become familiar with other areas of the power plant over time. Systems and equipment include pumps, compressors, turbines, piping, valves, crushers, and boilers.

The position performs advanced welding at a level consistent with an ASME standards Certified Pipe Welder, along with pipe fitting and maintenance work. Advanced welding techniques may initially be performed under supervision until full proficiency is demonstrated. The technician also demonstrates millwright and machinist craft skills at the expectations of the Mechanical Technician III level, uses technical documentation such as P&IDs, and mentors lower-classification technicians in welding duties.

Work takes place in a safety-sensitive power plant environment and may involve extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays. Conditions can include elevated work areas, confined spaces, excessive noise, chemicals, fumes, vibration, extreme heat, insects, occasional extreme weather, and risk of electrical shock. The role requires regular use of company vehicles and frequent physical activity, including lifting.

The position is located at 5100 S. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, Florida. The salary starts at $39.098 per hour, with structured step progression and performance-based increases every six months up to $45.191 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least four years of power plant mechanical maintenance experience, or seven years of industrial multi-craft mechanical maintenance experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Required certifications and specialized training must be maintained.
• Complete required General Physics (GPI) learnings and JPMs through the Mechanical Technician III progression level, or demonstrate equivalent skills and training as an external candidate.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety practices and procedures, including LOTO, PPE, vehicle safety, fire safety, fall-arrest, and confined-space protocols.
• Working knowledge of heavy-equipment mechanical maintenance and advanced welding at the level expected of an ASME standards Certified Pipe Welder.
• Ability to interpret and edit relevant documents such as blueprints and P&IDs.
• Ability to use welding and related equipment, including torches, beveling machines, grinders, shop tools, forklifts, mobile cranes, aerial lifts, measurement tools, and machine-shop equipment.
• Familiarity with Eclipse for LOTO procedures and JD Edwards Enterprise One for TRs and preventive-maintenance work orders.
• Familiarity with electrical theory, applicable regulatory guidelines and procedures, and Mechanical Technician III-level millwright and machinist skills.
• Strong problem-solving, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and comply with OUC safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to use tools and equipment for precision measurements.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to meet the physical and environmental demands described for the role, including frequent lifting up to 40 pounds and occasional lifting of 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• ASME standards Certified Pipe Welder certification; a test will be administered during the selection process regardless.
• Knowledge of power plant systems, redundancies, and outage schedules.
• Knowledge of power plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot power plant equipment and mechanical systems, identify problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform maintenance on steam turbines, valves, bearings, fans, pumps, air compressors, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems, crushers, and other power plant equipment.
• Perform advanced welding consistent with the skill level expected of an ASME standards Certified Pipe Welder during troubleshooting and planned maintenance; perform advanced techniques under supervision until proficiency is demonstrated.
• Perform pipe fitting duties to construct effective piping paths.
• Demonstrate millwright and machinist duties at the Mechanical Technician III level, including competence in less complex tasks and development in moderate or advanced tasks.
• Use P&IDs and other documentation showing equipment and system configurations and specifications to perform maintenance.
• Mentor and guide lower-classification technicians in welding-specialization duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• Hybrid Retirement Program with a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching, and a health reimbursement account.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational Assistance Program, including tuition reimbursement, paid professional association memberships, and paid conference and training opportunities.
• Wellness incentives and free access to on-site OUC fitness facilities.
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED