Lawrenceburg Power LLC is seeking a skilled Combined Cycle Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a 1,200 MW 4×2 combined cycle power plant. This role requires strong technical knowledge across plant operations, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls, and environmental systems.
The O&M Technician will make sound operating decisions in accordance with plant procedures, safety standards, and environmental regulations, while supporting continuous plant reliability and performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operations & Control Room
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Start up, operate, monitor, and shut down combined cycle equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, condensers, pumps, transformers, switchyard, and auxiliary systems
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Monitor field instrumentation, alarms, trends, and operating data; take corrective action for abnormal conditions
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Operate valves, pumps, breakers, electrical disconnects, and plant controls locally and remotely
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Maintain accurate electronic logs, rounds, and operational documentation
Mechanical, Electrical & I&C Maintenance
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Perform inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, calibrations, and adjustments on mechanical, electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems
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Use electrical schematics, control diagrams, and P&IDs to diagnose and resolve equipment issues
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Conduct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities
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Repair valves, actuators, piping, pumps, and other rotating or auxiliary equipment
Chemistry & Environmental Compliance
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Maintain boiler water, plant cycle chemistry, and environmental systems
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Operate and maintain the Water Treatment Plant
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Conduct chemical sampling, testing, analysis, and QA/QC verification
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Operate, monitor, and calibrate environmental equipment including CEMS and gas detection systems
Work Management & Data Analysis
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Utilize the CMMS to create, update, and close work orders, PMs, material requests, and time entries
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Use plant data systems (e.g., PI) to analyze trends, performance, and reliability
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Support documentation, compliance reporting, and inspections
Safety & Compliance
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Follow all site safety policies, JSAs, JHAs, SDSs, and environmental procedures
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Isolate equipment and perform energy control in accordance with LOTO and Clearance Permit procedures
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Obtain hot work, confined space, and equipment clearance permits
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Participate in safety meetings, job briefings, and training programs
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Identify, report, and correct unsafe acts, conditions, or near misses
Other Duties
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Respond to operational and maintenance events during assigned shifts
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Work collaboratively with supervisors, technicians, contractors, and plant staff
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Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations
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High School Diploma or GED
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5+ years of experience in a combined cycle power plant or similar power generation environment preferred
- Strong knowledge of gas turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, balance-of-plant systems, and power block operations
- Working knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, controls, and mechanical systems
- Experience with plant chemistry, environmental monitoring, and water treatment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
- Familiarity with CMMS and plant data trending systems
Physical Requirements
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Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
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Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
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Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
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Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
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Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
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Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
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Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
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Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.
CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.
This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.
