Operations & Maintenance Technician II

Crusoe•Abilene, TX

13d•$41 - $47

About The Position

Crusoe is seeking a dedicated Operations & Maintenance Technician to support reliable, safe, and environmentally compliant operation of its power facility. The technician operates, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment, including complex systems such as gas and steam turbines, generators, and water-treatment equipment. The position may be assigned to a shift or to the maintenance team and is an individual-contributor role. It is full-time and requires authorization to work in the USA. This is designated as a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility; participation in the drug and alcohol program is required. The technician operates and maintains a simple-cycle power-generating facility and auxiliary equipment, performs inspections and records operating data, manages water chemistry, diagnoses equipment problems, completes maintenance work, and supports plant documentation and improvement. The role also involves coordination with vendors and Plant Management, supporting operator training, and maintaining plant and control-room cleanliness. The schedule requires 12-hour rotating shifts, with availability for call-ins or work overload as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrable knowledge of all facets of power plant operations and ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals, and P&IDs.
Proficiency troubleshooting mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment.
Ability to operate welding and cutting equipment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
Ability to walk, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and availability for call-ins or work overload as needed.
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
Participation in the drug and alcohol program is required for this safety-sensitive position and/or facility.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
Two to four years of related power plant experience and/or training.
Experience operating heavy equipment such as man lifts and forklifts.
Advanced proficiency in water chemistry and demineralized water system operations.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain a simple-cycle power-generating facility and auxiliary equipment, including heat recovery steam generators, air compressors, and fire suppression systems, with minimal guidance.
Identify and resolve CEMS problems, conduct root cause analysis of failures, and repair defective plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and gearboxes.
Conduct Inspection of Watch on plant systems and record temperatures, vibrations, fluid levels, and water chemistry using meters or automatic devices.
Analyze HRSG, auxiliary boiler, and cooling tower systems; control chemical feed and blowdown rates to maintain appropriate operating ranges.
Open and close circuit breakers for system operation or electrical isolation.
Perform piping and conduit installation for plant upgrades.
Use the facility's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and assist with developing Operations and Maintenance procedures.
Coordinate with vendors for chemical ordering and equipment repair.
Work with Plant Management on capital projects and assist in administering the Operator training program.
Perform housekeeping, painting, and continuous-improvement tasks to maintain the plant and control room.