Mechanical Startup Lead 2

•Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is looking for an experienced Mechanical Startup Lead to fill a contract assignment in Ball Ground, GA .

Date:

5/5/2026

Job Title:

Mechanical Startup Lead Work Location:

Ball Ground, GA 30107

Requirements:

PPE:

Hard Hat Safety Glasses High Visibility Vest Safety Toed Work Boots EDUCATION and

EXPERIENCE

10 + Years of related experience in engineering design, Generating Plant Startup, and/or Maintenance experience or 4 - year degree in engineering or related curriculum.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Abide by all safety rules and help establish and maintain a culture focused on safety. Assist in the planning for proper sequence and schedule of startup activities to ensure completion within schedule and budget requirements. Perform project startup and commissioning activities as directed by the Site Startup Manager. Develop and manage project Startup budgets and schedules as directed by the Site Startup Manager. Accurately document startup and commissioning results including punch list development. Develop and Support implementation of owner/end user Startup procedures on project. Manage execution of pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities, including functional testing and PSSRs as directed by the Site Startup Manager. Develop Startup Turnover Packages. Support implementation of owner Startup procedures on project. Prepare progress reports for project stakeholders, and ensure final reports, certificates, document startup and commissioning results including punch list development and handover documentation are documented Ensure that the quality requirements of the applicable plans, specifications and standards are met. Identify installation problems, assist in developing solutions, and ensure corrective actions are taken by the craft, contractor or vendor in accordance with an approved plan. Coordinate/Oversee process equipment needs before starting/commissioning activities including but not limited to process piping readiness (Clean/Dry/Inert to spec), process consumables and spare parts.

SKILL SETS & EXPERTISE

Self-starter, proactive with effective communication skills. Adequate knowledge of OSHA and applicable environmental regulations. Adequate knowledge of fossil power plants and major equipment/systems design and operation. Adequate knowledge applicable codes and regulations for pressurized piping and vessels. Adequate knowledge of LOTO procedures. Ability to read and interpret drawings and operations manuals. Ability to communicate/interact with employees across all management levels. Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, engineering and design staff and vendors. Ability to manage time properly and handle multiple assignments simultaneously. Ability to plan and organize project Startup activities in a team building environment. Capacity to identify opportunities to improve an organization through process improvement. Ability to read and interpret P6 schedules. This position requires personal protective equipment This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary. JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D650