Operations & Maintenance Technician

Capital Power • Arlington, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Capital Power is hiring one permanent, full-time Operations & Maintenance Technician for its Arlington Valley Facility. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the technician works as part of a three-person crew on a 12-hour rotating shift, assigned as a Power Block Operator or Water Treatment Operator. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 580MW combined-cycle power plant under the supervision and direction of a Shift Lead/Control Room Operator. When qualified and as needed, the technician may provide relief duties for the Control Room Operator, Outside Operator, and/or Water Treatment Facility Operator. The technician is expected to work effectively with others and assist with overtime for other shifts when required.

The position is based at a heavy industrial facility designated as safety-sensitive. It involves rotating shift work, working outdoors, and physical mobility including lifting and climbing, with required use of PPE. Employment is contingent on legally being eligible to work in the United States and completing the applicable pre-employment drug test, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record check. The position remains open until a suitable candidate is found.

Requirements

• Completed high school diploma.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift.
• Ability to work outdoors at a heavy industrial, safety-sensitive facility.
• Physical mobility, including lifting and climbing, and ability to use required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and help foster a positive team environment.
• Ability to solve equipment, systems, and safety issues.
• Gas power plant operation and maintenance experience, including the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve operating issues at a gas power plant.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States of America.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record check.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training related to the role.
• Experience as an operator in a power plant.
• Experience as a Control Room Operator for combined-cycle plants.
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations, and chemical handling requirements.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion and steam turbine operations, closed-system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management, and inspection and recording of plant parameters.
• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process control.
• Extensive working knowledge of the power plant industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of plant equipment in a variety of operating situations, including turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generators, air compressors, water treatment equipment, demineralizers, motors, pumps, fire suppression systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Read meters, gauges, and automatic devices and record operating data such as equipment temperature and vibration, operating hours, pressure, fluid levels, and water chemistry.
• Start, stop, and manipulate equipment as directed.
• Perform chemical offloads in accordance with written procedures.
• Communicate issues and non-routine items to the Control Room Operator, and apply troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to help resolve problems.
• Perform plant equipment Lock out Tag out activities as directed.
• Maintain operational consistency across crews and departments.
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and corporate and site-specific procedures to protect employees, contractors, the community, and the environment.
• Work under limited supervision.
• Perform preventative maintenance as directed and log work and performance in the Maximo computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintain strong working relationships with crews and departments.
• Operate heavy equipment, including manlifts and forklifts, as required.
• Perform general housekeeping and improve the appearance of the facility as directed.
• Provide on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas as required.
• Assist with overtime for other shifts as required.

Benefits

• Employee benefits supporting physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.
• Retirement savings programs.
• Paid time off programs.
• Comprehensive onboarding and training.
• Programs supporting career development.
• Relocation assistance may be available depending on the posting requirements.
• A $1,000 referral reward for Capital Power employees who refer a successful candidate.

What This Job Offers

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