Southern Unit Peaking Technician

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain peaking station units and auxiliary equipment, including diesels, gas turbines, electrical systems, instrumentation, and pumps.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance, including troubleshooting electrical systems, controls, and mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate operation and maintenance activities internally and externally, including directing the work of contractors.
• Maintain accurate written and computer-based logs, records, work orders, and fuel inventories.
• Assist in developing plant operation and maintenance procedures and implementing plant improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all established safety and environmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, technical/vocational degree, or equivalent journey-level experience.
• 2-5 years of experience working with instrument, electrical, control system, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience with DCS programming and configuration.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with an advanced understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity, and mathematics.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including walking, stooping, standing, climbing, crawling, lifting, and reaching without restriction.

About the Company

Calpine is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine’s fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity, serving customers across 22 states and Canada through a clean, efficient, and modern fleet.