Apprentice Power Plant Operator Jobs in Washington

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

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Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs disability and life insurance benefits paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Expected salary range of $40.67 to $45.19, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

Join Constellation as a Plant Mechanic and be a key player in our Combined Heat and Power Facility! As a Plant Mechanic you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of plant equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Plant equipment includes valves, pumps, blowers, compressors, heat exchangers, boilers, and other associated equipment. Duties and responsibilities may include other associated tasks as directed by the Combined Heat and Power Plant Manager.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance and minor repair on plant equipment as assigned.
• Assist in planning and scheduling work for outages.
• Assist in the administration and execution of the preventative maintenance program.
• Follow all approved plant operating, maintenance and health and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties, as assigned. Other duties may include assisting with mechanical maintenance, equipment calibrations, general housekeeping, etc.
• Maintain & monitor safe working conditions identifies, corrects, and reports unsafe work areas, enforces safety compliance.
• Performs mechanical installations, repairs, and replacements as needed.
• Complete on-time delivery of maintenance services while ensuring compliance with company standards for cost control, quality, safety, efficiency, and equipment reliability.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as lubrication, inspection, mechanical alignment, and vibration monitoring, coordinating with Operations staff to ensure continuity of service.
• Source parts, manage inventory, and coordinate with other trade personnel or contractors to support maintenance activities.
• Work overtime on a regular basis to support plant outages, emergency work, and other critical needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5-years experience in power plant maintenance and/or operations 
• Technical training through a trade school or military program
• Strong mechanical aptitude, basic steam plant and combustion turbine knowledge
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English
• Demonstrated judgment and decision-making skills within defined procedures and practices, including use of calculations, deductive reasoning, and consultation with a supervisor
• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, talk, hear and use hands.
• Ability to climb ladders, reach with hands and arms to climb and balance
• Ability to stoop, crawl, and bend at knees and waist. Lift up to 50 lbs
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, data, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English
• Ability to read and interpret block diagrams, electrical schematics, and P&IDs