Power Plant Operator

Crete is a 328 MW natural gas-fired simple cycle generating facility consisting of four independently dispatchable units serving the PJM power market. The Power Plant Operator ensures safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility while maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant systems in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.
• Ensure unit reliability and compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for reporting and archiving.
• Recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Develop and follow standard operating and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Train other technicians as needed.
• Safely operate company vehicles.
• Participate in scheduled and unscheduled night/weekend assignments and call-outs.
• Support safety programs and compliance efforts (NERC, environmental, etc.).

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in gas turbine operations and maintenance.
• Technical training or military experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in mechanical tasks (e.g., pump/valve rebuilds, motor maintenance).
• Experience with GE 7EA combustion turbines and GE Mark V control systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other productivity tools.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

All plant employees are expected to work safely at all times. Working at the power plant may involve:

• Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
• 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.
• Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
• Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
• 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.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating switches, pushbuttons, and other controls.
• Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
• 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.