Talen

Power Plant Technician-Operations (Experienced or Entry Level)

Baltimore, MD · Junior

Sponsorship not specified$70k-$100kDetected 30 days ago

LeadershipCommunicationCritical Thinking

About the role

Job Posting Details: Talen Energy is looking for candidates to fill openings for Plant Technician-Operations.
This position would be located at the Talen Energy Brandon Shores facility in Baltimore, MD (Pasadena area).
The Brandon Shores Plant is a fully scrubbed coal-fired generating station.

Performs preventive maintenance tasks and records preventive maintenance activities.
Assists with developing/modifying operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure consistent and safe operation.
Performs job duties safely and adheres to all safety, environmental, and NERC compliance requirements.
Demonstrated ability to complete job assignments in a setting that requires teamwork, as well as independent decision making (independently perform Watch Station Rounds).
Ability to think clearly and perform duties during emergency or high-stress situations.

Ability to work frequent overtime and/or weekends on short notice.
High School graduate/Vocational training and/or some experience in industrial Operations, Mechanical, or Electrical, including pumps, valves, motors, machinery mechanics and electrical and control theory.
Operates, performs regular preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, tests, and makes rounds taking regular readings as required to maximize asset value.
Performs other duties as required.
Licenses/Certifications Required:
At the Power Plant facility and in/outdoor environment, must be able to work in adverse conditions that may include, but not be limited to the following:

Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to meet Company driving standards.
Stationary Engineers License is preferred for experienced candidates.
Minimum of vocational training/mechanical experience.
Preferred (5) years' experience in a power plant,
Hands-on experience with all aspects of power plant operations and maintenance including mechanical maintenance, instrument and electrical systems, and a working knowledge of power cycles is a plus.

Solid communication skills, both verbal and written (clear communications using a walkie-talkie).
Ability to understand and utilize technical procedures and to apply critical thinking to solve technical problems.
Completes Plant Operator Qualifications Training Program.
Has aptitude in math, mechanical/electrical ability, and production control.
Ability to work rotating 12 hour shifts and overtime with minimum supervision.
The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and hot, cold, wet or humid conditions.
Occupationally hazardous noise exposure may occur in the power plant or other locations where heavy industrial equipment is in use.
Tools, equipment.
From level floor to level waist.
45 lb. overhead.

Maintains qualifications as an Emergency Response Team Member and completes all required Safety Annual Requalification Training.
The expected salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $100,000.00 annually.

include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance.
Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.
Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees.
Education & Experience Required:

We are looking for qualified candidates with a minimum of having vocational training and/or mechanical experience and prefer candidates with five (5) years' power plant experience.

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