The Operations & Maintenance Technician (OMT) is responsible for continuously monitoring all plant systems, responding to alarms, executing plant startup and shutdown procedures, and ensuring the facility operates safely, reliably, and efficiently within all regulatory and environmental requirements.
This role supports plant operations, maintenance, and technical activities, with specific responsibilities designated by the Facility Manager. The OMT plays a critical part in maintaining plant performance, compliance, and equipment integrity.
Dartmouth Power Associates power station is an operating power station of at least 74-megawatts (MW) in Dartmouth, Bristol, Massachusetts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operations & Monitoring
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Monitor the status of all major plant systems and equipment on a continuous basis.
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Identify, investigate, and clear alarms; take corrective actions to maintain safe and efficient operation.
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Execute plant startup, shutdown, and operational procedures for turbines, HRSG, and auxiliary equipment.
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Coordinate with the Transmission Owner (utility) and Transmission Operator (ISO) to support dispatch requirements.
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Maintain comprehensive knowledge of plant relay tripping schemes, emergency procedures, environmental parameters, sabotage reporting, and disturbance response protocols.
Regulatory & Compliance
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Maintain current knowledge of all NERC Reliability Standards applicable to plant operations, including:
- Dispatch instruction response and reliability directives
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Sabotage threat and disturbance reporting
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Availability reporting and real/reactive power changes
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AVR operation changes
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Capacity and reactive demonstration tests
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Communication outage reporting
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Proper line identifier usage during communications
- Ensure accurate, timely logs, records, and compliance documentation.
Technical & Maintenance Support
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Control, monitor, and analyze plant performance using computerized systems and instrumentation.
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Diagnose process abnormalities and implement corrective adjustments within skill scope.
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Support maintenance activities, including equipment testing, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance work orders.
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Operate plant vehicles and equipment safely, including forklifts, cranes, trucks, and lifting devices.
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Assist in training and onboarding new OMTs.
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Successfully complete all required training, certifications, and qualification programs.
Safety & Plant Integrity
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Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly plant environment.
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Adhere to all safety requirements, including Lock-out/Tag-out and use of PPE.
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Monitor plant security systems and ensure compliance with all facility safety policies.
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Report equipment issues, system anomalies, and unsafe conditions promptly and accurately.
Administrative & Communication
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Maintain precise operational logs, reports, and performance charts.
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Engage in clear, effective communication with plant personnel, dispatchers, external stakeholders, and management.
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Participate in shift rotations, on-call assignments, overtime, outage coverage, and off-hour call-ins as needed.
Education & Experience
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Minimum 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of major power plant equipment
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Experience with digital control systems
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Extensive background in utility or heavy industrial power plant environments
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Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance skills
Licenses & Certifications
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Minimum: Second-Class Engineer License – Massachusetts Department of Fire Services
- Hoisting License (HE-1D or higher) – or ability to obtain within 12 months
- Hoisting License (HE-3A or higher) – or ability to obtain within 12 months
Skills & Competencies
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Strong operational judgment in complex, high-pressure environments
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Effective communicator with internal teams and external representatives
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Ability to work independently with limited supervision
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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Ability to read one-line diagrams and technical documentation
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
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.
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Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
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Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
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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.
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Shift work with irregular hours, 24/7 on-call support may be required.
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.
