Operations & Maintenance Technician
Cranberry Township, US
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
Batavia, NY
We are looking for Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technicians to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility. This is a direct hire opportunity located in Batavia, NY. This hands-on role is responsible for plant operations, equipment monitoring, preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting planned and unplanned outages. This Power Plant is a 62 MW natural gas-fired combined-cycle cogeneration facility that generates both electricity and thermal energy. You will report to the Plant Manager and works closely with the Control Room Operator (CRO) to support the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the safe and reliable operation of the power plant in coordination with the Control Room Operator.
- Monitor and operate gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, boilers, generators, pumps, valves, compressors, and balance-of-plant equipment.
- Help with equipment startups, shutdowns, inspections, testing, and routine operations.
- Conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, minor repairs, calibrations, and corrective maintenance activities.
- Monitor plant performance and identify abnormal equipment conditions.
- Maintain accurate operating logs, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.
- Perform water sampling and chemical testing according to plant procedures.
- Safely handle chemicals and support spill response activities.
- Implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safely isolate equipment for maintenance.
- Operate electrical breakers and switches following plant operating procedures.
- Support planned and unplanned outages and coordinate activities with contractors and vendors.
- Use CMMS systems to manage work orders, maintenance records, inventory transactions, and spare parts usage.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Support continuous improvement and follow all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license.
- Experience in power generation, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, military technical operations, or a related technical environment.
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
- Read and interpret operating procedures, technical documents, and drawings.
Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $35.00/hour to $40.00/hour.
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
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