Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
CC
Calpine Corporation
Plant Unit Technician
Career Insights for Electrical Substation / Relay Repairer
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Delaware data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
An Electrical Substation or Relay Repairer works at an electrical substation and operates equipment that controls the flow of electricity. Maintains and repairs relays or switches in a system that allows electricity from a power station to travel through the substation out to the distribution system and to customers.
$89,970 / year median in Delaware
-7% projected decline
Job Description
at Calpine Corporation in WilmingtonWilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description Description Calpine, a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (
Nasdaq:
CEG), is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine's fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity - enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. Job Responsibilities- Under direction, performs any work required for the maintenance and test operation of units to maintain continuity of service consistent with safe and economical practices. Directs the work of others assisting him, and in the absence of the designated supervision assigned to the units, is responsible for the inspection, maintenance or construction work in progress.
- Coordinates operating activities and maintenance, when necessary, to remove equipment from service for maintenance work.
- Installs and repairs all types of mechanical and electrical equipment. Will troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment.
- Performs or assists in there recording and computation of all performance tests.
- Reports faulty or malfunctioning equipment to designated supervision.
- Maintains logs, records, monthly reports, fuel inventories, as necessary.
- Cooperates fully with all organization personnel.
- Will work overtime in this classification, as required, because of unusual or emergency conditions to maintain continuity of service.
- Will perform related or less-skilled work as required or directed.
- This classification is part of a composite department crew and will assist other classifications as needed. Job Requirements
- High School or Vocational School education.
- Must have at least three (3) years' experience as a maintenance technician on gas turbine peaking units or equivalent.
- This is a Senior Classification.
- In depth knowledge of utility or industrial facility materials practices preferred.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Safety awareness and adherence to regulatory, company and site policies and procedures.
- Decision making and problem solving skills.
- Create a climate conducive to team success. Cooperates fully with all other members of the organization and other departments. Must be able to deal properly with the public, vendors, contractors and in the best interest of the company.
- Must possess a valid driver's license at all times.
- Must be able to pass qualification tests prior to the Company awarding the position.
- Must be able to talk, walk, stand, sit, stoop, reach above shoulder, climb, crawl, do heavy lifting, and must be able to distinguish colors and perceive depth.
- Must possess or obtain within six months valid TWIC credentials.
- Must pass back x-ray, hernia, hearing exam and like employment physical requirements.
- Must be able to walk, stand, stop, climb, reach, and do heavy lifting.
- Will work such hours as may be necessary or requested because of unusual or emergency conditions, or to maintain continuity of service of the facility or system, including scheduled shifts.
- Training and progression testing will be administered as identified and developed.
- Maintain high standards of safety, environmental compliance and housekeeping at all times. Salary Information
- Hourly Rate - $54.
Additional Calpine Information:
- Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
- Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.