NRG Energy · 23 hours ago
Combustion Turbine Tech II
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expNRG Energy is a dynamic company that encourages employee growth and career development. The Combustion Turbine Technician II is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all instruments, controls, and electrical systems at the plant, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
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Responsibilities
Start up, operate, and shut down mechanical and electrical equipment, including distributed control systems, to meet operational goals
Maintain high safety standards and environmental compliance, including hazardous materials handling and adherence to OSHA regulations
Conduct routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and support electrical switching up to 230 kV
Assist in training, procedure development, contractor oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives
Proficiently use SAP for maintenance and inventory, interpret technical data, and communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners (e.g., CAISO, SCE, AEP, CenterPoint, TCEQ, TexasRE, & ERCOT)
Perform duel roles the required activities of the Control Room Operator and Outside Operator while working with other assigned personnel in the performance of all shift activities in a professional manner. Activities include the operation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of all equipment; testing and treatment of plant water; creation and maintenance of plant records; extensive use of personal computers and distributed control systems
Perform switching of electrical equipment up to 230 kV
Perform other assigned independent, team, or shift activities that include but are not limited to; industrial safety program activities; routine maintenance tasks; housekeeping and general facility preservation; and whatever other activity you are directed to perform
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED and 3 years' related power plant experience for Combustion Turbine Tech I
OR Associates' degree in Instrumentation or related degree and 2 years' related industrial/process experience for Combustion Turbine Tech I
Valid State Driver's License
Successful candidates must receive a rating of Recommended on the NRG pre-employment assessment test for Combustion Turbine Tech I
High School diploma or GED and 2 years' related power plant experience for Combustion Turbine Tech II
OR Associates' degree in Instrumentation or related degree and 0 years' related power plant experience for Combustion Turbine Tech II
Valid State Driver's License
Successful candidates must receive a rating of Recommended on the NRG pre-employment assessment test for Combustion Turbine Tech II
Preferred
Experience including instrumentation systems, preferably P.L.C., ABB and Bailey DCS.t or comparable industry
Associates' degree in Instrumentation or related degree and at least 1 year of related power plant experience
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.99BKey Investors
Public Utility Commission of Texas
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $4.9B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $216M
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
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