Here's the Role:
We are seeking a skilled technician for our peaking power plant team! This position consists of initial operations and long-term care for 20 Wartsila 18V50SG Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines and their auxiliary systems. Take the lead in the development and sustaining reliable operations and maintenance of this new power plant. Be a part of LCRA's mission of providing safe & reliable power to Texans and local communities. Our mission is to improve the lives of Texans, and our teams are dedicated to service and safety as a top priority!
Note: Refer to the “Positions located in Generation Power Plants” section for this role minimum qualifications.
How You’ll Contribute:
- Foster effective communication between contractors, engineers, and colleagues.
- Collaborate closely with construction team to identify and resolve issues.
- Use basic digital literacy for communications, training, and administrative duties.
- Leverage multi-craft expertise in mechanics, electrical systems, and I&C to perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Operate engineered systems for power production.
How You’re Qualified:
- Driver's license
- Positions located in Generation power plants:
- Six or more years of experience in power plant operations or power plant maintenance, or other relevant experience, including two or more years in the craft discipline in the assigned area of specialty.
- Positions located at Smithville Railcar Facility:
- Six or more years of experience in industrial maintenance or fabrication, or other relevant experience, including two or more years in the craft discipline in the assigned area of specialty.
- Positions located in Dam & Hydro power plants:
- Six or more years of experience in dam & hydro power plant operations or dam & hydro power plant maintenance, or other relevant experience, including two or more years in the craft discipline in the assigned area of specialty.
How You’ll Stand Out:
- Adhere to safety, environmental, and operational protocols.
- Experience operating or maintaining reciprocating internal combustion engines.
- Experience in preventative maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and/or instrument and controls for power plant systems.
- Proficient in power plant operations, maintenance principles and industry standards.
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How We’ll Support You:
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
- LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
- LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email
lcra.benefits@lcra.org
. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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