KnowHireMatch ยท 3 months ago
O&M Tech
Lakewood, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$35/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expKnowHireMatch is seeking a skilled Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&M Tech) to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a power generation facility. The role involves monitoring plant performance, maintaining equipment, and supporting preventive and corrective maintenance activities while adhering to safety and compliance standards.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain plant systems and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and operational systems
Diagnose equipment problems, perform inspections and testing, and make necessary repairs or modifications
Support plant startup and shutdown operations, including turbine and balance-of-plant systems
Safely operate plant vehicles and equipment such as forklifts, cranes, plow trucks, aerial lifts, and lawn care tools
Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work orders, equipment history, and inventory management
Maintain storeroom inventory, ship/receive parts, and track plant materials
Assist contractors and provide leadership during outages, breakdowns, and maintenance projects
Document and follow all required permitting processes, including Job Safety Analysis, LOTO, Hot Work, and Confined Space entry
Monitor plant performance using operational data and historian tools (e.g., PI Process Book) for troubleshooting and performance tracking
Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and regulatory standards (including NERC)
Support continuous improvement efforts for plant reliability, efficiency, and facility appearance
Provide assistance and knowledge sharing with colleagues to resolve technical issues
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 5 years of power plant operations and/or maintenance experience
Control Room Operator (CRO) experience required; CRO qualification preferred
Strong mechanical, electrical, and operational troubleshooting skills
Ability to work rotating shifts, with overtime, irregular hours, and vacation coverage as needed
Proficiency with permitting, safety procedures, and plant operational systems
Preferred
CRO qualification preferred
Company
KnowHireMatch
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase