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Power Plant Mechanic

Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company
Panama, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026
JOB INFORMATION
  • Job Title: Plant Mechanic (Senior or Level II)
  • Grade: Technical 42 or Technical 41
  • Job Code: 127960 or 127959
JOB SUMMARY

** This job is being posted across two skill levels. Applicants will be considered for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify. **

Installs, repairs, inspects, overhauls, troubleshoots, and performs maintenance to power plant equipment and systems at a Journey level. Maintenance tasks include but are not limited to: pipefitting, welding, millwright and machining. Performs millwright or mechanical duties with pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fittings, etc.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
  • Complex responsibilities related to primary focus of job area. Uses best practices and in-depth business knowledge to solve complex problems and improve products or services. May adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator and turbine/generator auxiliaries, and/or maintains coal handling equipment and auxiliaries, as applicable.
  • Performs equipment alignment.
  • Performs necessary pipefitting related maintenance.
  • Operates various industrial equipment (i.e. forklift).
  • May perform necessary welding-related maintenance.
  • Performs general craft tasks and uses power and hand tools.
  • Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
  • Operates various machine shop equipment.
  • Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
  • Complies with all safety and regulatory requirements, both internal and external.
  • Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
  • Continually develops knowledge and understanding of plant principles and processes.
  • Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.
  • Assists in member development.
  • Flag for review and udpate bills of materials and task lists on an as needed basis.
  • All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS

Level II

  • Associate's Degree in a mechanical discipline, And 1 year experience in a mechanical field; Or
  • High School Diploma/GED And 3 years experience in a mechanical field; Or
  • Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And2 years experience in a mechanical field.
  • A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical experience.
  • Experience must include 1 year experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

Senior

  • Associate's Degree in a mechanical discipline, And 5 years experience in a mechanical field; Or
  • High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in a mechanical field; Or
  • Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And6 years experience in a mechanical field.
  • A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical experience.
  • Experience must include 3 years experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.
WORKING CONDITIONS
  • May be required to work overtime and weekends and holidays.
  • May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call and call-outs.
  • May require travel.
  • May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.
  • May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
  • Required to work in a multi-craft crew including Mechanics, Electricians, Insulators, Instrument & Controls Technicians, etc. who work together to support operations of the plant.
  • May be required to cross-train in various crafts and operation department at various times of the year.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS
    General Requirements
  • Occasionally:Sitting
  • Occasionally:Crawling
  • Frequently:Walking
  • Frequently:Pushing
  • Frequently:Pulling
  • Frequently:Climbing
  • Frequently:Stooping
  • Frequently:Kneeling
  • Frequently:Crouching
  • Frequently:Reaching
  • Frequently:Grasping
  • Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
  • Constantly:Standing
  • Constantly:Repetitive Motions
  • Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
  • Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs
SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
  • Other - Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
  • The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;
  • The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
  • Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
  • Performing firefighting duties - Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;
  • The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
  • The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)
  • Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnosis problems, and resolve effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand plant and equipment systems/processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standards testing practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to proficiently use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management to include the ability to enter accurate work notes, review work history, material look up, and confirmation of work operation completion.
  • Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g. pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fitting, etc.).
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver's License)
HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)
  • Pre-Employment Drug Screen
  • Pre-Employment Physical
  • Audiogram Baseline
  • Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
  • Job Specific Physical Assessment
  • This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.
SALARY RANGE

Level II: $75,046 - $93,746
Senior: $82,035 - $102,606


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR ** 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

 

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