Smarr Simple Cycle Plant | Forsyth, GA
Work on real machines. Keep the lights on. Be home in your community.
Oglethorpe Power is hiring Combustion Turbine Technicians (CT Tech I–IV) to support our Smarr Simple Cycle Plant-a fast‑response peaking facility that plays a critical role in grid reliability across Georgia.
This role is ideal for technicians with experience in industrial power generation, gas turbines, heavy rotating equipment, or military/shipboard systems who want steady work, strong safety culture, and hands‑on responsibility in a modern plant environment.
Job Duties:
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Start up, shut down, and operate simple‑cycle combustion turbines and balance‑of‑plant systems
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Perform operator rounds, monitor plant conditions, and respond to alarms and abnormal equipment behavior
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Troubleshoot and perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems
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Work with high‑voltage electrical systems and industrial control systems
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Diagnose failure modes, take corrective action, and escalate issues when needed
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Own assigned systems and work orders using Maximo (planning, parts, documentation, follow‑up)
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Support outages and maintenance planning (including job plans, parts, and staging)
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Serve as Clearance Authority, ensuring equipment is safely isolated before work begins
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Coordinate with contractors during outages, repairs, and capital projects
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Document work, operational events, and system conditions clearly for shift handoffs and reporting
The Kind of Technician We're Looking For
We're looking for technicians who:
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Are comfortable working around rotating equipment, high‑energy systems, and industrial hazards
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Can independently troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues under pressure
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Take safety seriously and follow procedures-even when no one's watching
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Work well on a team and communicate clearly during shifts and outages
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Want long‑term stability, skill development, and pride in plant performance
Experience We Value
You may be a good fit if you have experience in one or more of the following:
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Combustion turbines, gas turbines, or large industrial engines
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Power plants, refineries, chemical plants, LNG facilities, or large manufacturing sites
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Naval propulsion, shipboard turbines, or industrial rotating equipment
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Industrial electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical maintenance
Required Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in engineering, engineering, or related physical science, or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
- 4+ years of experience in:
- Entry‑level candidates with strong mechanical/technical aptitude will be considered for CT Tech I
Equivalent Experience:
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For the Combustion Technician I, we will consider entry-level candidates with demonstrated analytical and technical problem-solving aptitude.
Specialized Skills:
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Ability to read and apply technical manuals, drawings, and procedures
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Experience with or exposure to plant control systems such as:
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Siemens T3000
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GE Mark VI/VIII
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Allen-Bradley PLC's
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Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems
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Comfortable using plant software and basic computer tools (email, work orders, documentation)
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Willingness to work rotating shifts, call‑outs, and overtime as required for plant operations
Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications: Valid driver's license which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program.
Travel: 15%
Unusual hours or overtime: Will require scheduled and call-out overtime as plant operating and maintenance needs dictate. Production schedules require 24-hour coverage, rotating shift schedules.
