Overview CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management. With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored ...
Overview CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management. With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored ...
Manage PSM elements as defined by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 for the Cogeneration Plant (COGEN) * Support key PSM documentation, including PSI, P&IDs, equipment specifications, relief device records, and ...
Manage PSM elements as defined by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 for the Cogeneration Plant (COGEN) * Support key PSM documentation, including PSI, P&IDs, equipment specifications, relief device records, and ...
Regional Manager 3 (On-Site)
Queens, NY · On-site
$193K - $198K/yr
Closely monitors the operational performance of complex building systems; including, but not limited to Microgrids, Cogen, BMS, Shared Cooling Towers and Geothermal systems and SSDS monitoring and ...
Regional Manager 3 (On-Site)
Queens, NY · On-site
$193K - $198K/yr
Closely monitors the operational performance of complex building systems; including, but not limited to Microgrids, Cogen, BMS, Shared Cooling Towers and Geothermal systems and SSDS monitoring and ...
O&M Technician
$36.92 - $47.61/hr
The Facility is operated and maintained by DTE San Diego Cogen, Inc., and owned by Rady Children's Hospital. The Production Team Member operates and maintains a Gas Turbine with a Heat Recovery ...
O&M Technician
$36.92 - $47.61/hr
The Facility is operated and maintained by DTE San Diego Cogen, Inc., and owned by Rady Children's Hospital. The Production Team Member operates and maintains a Gas Turbine with a Heat Recovery ...
Vice President
$90K - $110K/yr
Knowledge of design operation aspects of stationery combustion sources (boilers, generators, fuel storage tanks, gas pipes, Cogen, chillers, cooling towers, etc. * Excellent communication skills both ...
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Vice President
$90K - $110K/yr
Knowledge of design operation aspects of stationery combustion sources (boilers, generators, fuel storage tanks, gas pipes, Cogen, chillers, cooling towers, etc. * Excellent communication skills both ...
Cogeneration Operator
Santa Cruz, CA · On-site
$60.13/hr
JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Cogen Shop Supervisor, the Cogeneration Operator operates and maintains the campus central heating, central condensing, cogeneration plant, the campus swimming ...
Cogeneration Operator
Santa Cruz, CA · On-site
$60.13/hr
JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Cogen Shop Supervisor, the Cogeneration Operator operates and maintains the campus central heating, central condensing, cogeneration plant, the campus swimming ...
Mgr II, Mfg Ops
Florence, SC · On-site
... cogen, turbine generator, lime kiln, steam turbine, gas turbine, Power & Recovery, power manager, power & recovery manager, recovery manager, power area manager, power superintendent, area ...
Mgr II, Mfg Ops
Florence, SC · On-site
... cogen, turbine generator, lime kiln, steam turbine, gas turbine, Power & Recovery, power manager, power & recovery manager, recovery manager, power area manager, power superintendent, area ...
Service Equipment Mechanic (1st Shift, Ball Plant Three) | Titleist
New Bedford, MA · On-site
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Service Equipment Mechanic (1st Shift, Ball Plant Three) | Titleist
New Bedford, MA · On-site
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Service Equipment Mechanic (Weekend B Shift, Ball Plant Two) | Titleist
Dartmouth, MA · On-site
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Service Equipment Mechanic (Weekend B Shift, Ball Plant Two) | Titleist
Dartmouth, MA · On-site
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Insulator - Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Cogen
Decatur, IL · On-site
$20.25 - $26.75/hr
Insulation Leadman: Must be able to apply, remove, and repair insulating material to exposed surfaces or structures, such as air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers and buildings to help ...
Insulator - Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Cogen
Decatur, IL · On-site
$20.25 - $26.75/hr
Insulation Leadman: Must be able to apply, remove, and repair insulating material to exposed surfaces or structures, such as air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers and buildings to help ...
Insulator - Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Cogen
Decatur, IL · On-site
$20.25 - $26.75/hr
Insulation Leadman: Must be able to apply, remove, and repair insulating material to exposed surfaces or structures, such as air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers and buildings to help ...
Insulator - Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Cogen
Decatur, IL · On-site
$20.25 - $26.75/hr
Insulation Leadman: Must be able to apply, remove, and repair insulating material to exposed surfaces or structures, such as air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers and buildings to help ...
Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job--we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
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Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job--we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job--we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job--we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
Duties: Participates in the operation and maintenance of a combined heat plant (CHP) station during an assigned shift; cleans, maintains, repairs and operates steam generators and their auxiliary ...
Duties: Participates in the operation and maintenance of a combined heat plant (CHP) station during an assigned shift; cleans, maintains, repairs and operates steam generators and their auxiliary ...
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains ...
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains ...
Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job-we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
Overview WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job-we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America ...
Service Equipment Mechanic (1st Shift, Ball Plant Three) | Titleist
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Service Equipment Mechanic (1st Shift, Ball Plant Three) | Titleist
$37.25 - $44.60/hr
In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate facility HVAC, environmental, fire protection, process systems, and cogeneration (Cogen) and HRSG systems. What You Bring
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains ...
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains ...
Primary Duties And Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Stationary Engineer operates and maintains equipment in both the Cogen plant and the power plant for Hoag Hospital and its ...
Primary Duties And Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Stationary Engineer operates and maintains equipment in both the Cogen plant and the power plant for Hoag Hospital and its ...
Stationary Engineer I: Irvine Plant Operations
Irvine, CA · On-site
$33.24 - $51.38/hr
Primary Duties And Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Stationary Engineer operates and maintains equipment in both the Cogen plant and the power plant for Hoag Hospital and its ...
Stationary Engineer I: Irvine Plant Operations
Irvine, CA · On-site
$33.24 - $51.38/hr
Primary Duties And Responsibilities Under general supervision, the Stationary Engineer operates and maintains equipment in both the Cogen plant and the power plant for Hoag Hospital and its ...
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What are Cogen operators?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cogeneration (Cogen) Plant Operator, and why are they important?
What are some common challenges faced by Cogen (Cogeneration Plant) Operators, and how can they effectively manage them?
What is the difference between Cogen vs Power Plant Operator?
| Aspect | Cogen | Power Plant Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires HVAC, electrical, or mechanical certifications | Requires power plant operation licenses or certifications |
| Work Environment | Industrial facilities, energy plants, combined heat and power systems | Power plants, energy generation facilities, utility sites |
| Industry Usage | Common in combined heat and power (CHP) plants and industrial energy systems | Used across various power generation facilities including fossil fuel, nuclear, and renewable plants |
While both Cogen and Power Plant Operators work in energy production environments, Cogen specialists focus on combined heat and power systems, often requiring specific certifications related to HVAC and mechanical systems. Power Plant Operators oversee the entire operation of power generation facilities, requiring licenses specific to power plant operations. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.
$58/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 16 days ago
CoolSys rating
8.2
Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
43rd of 218 rated repair and maintenance companies
Job description
CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management. With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored solutions to help businesses cut costs, improve equipment performance, and reduce emissions.
Our services include HVAC and refrigeration equipment sourcing, installation, repair, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization. We also offer engineering design, energy resilience and consumption optimization, asset recycling, and seamless multi-site rollouts across states.
CoolSys serves over 45,000 customer locations in industries like retail, food service, commercial, data centers, industrial, and pharmaceuticals.
No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces!
We understand that hiring great people is the foundation of everything we do. Our employee benefits packages include:
- Competitive pay: $58-70K
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and floating holiday.
- 401(K) with Company match.
- Company sponsored life insurance, as well as optional AD&D, short and long-term disability.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more.
- Pet Insurance.
- Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection.
Responsibilities
- Monitor real-time operations of cogeneration units, combustion engines, and auxiliary energy systems via central control interfaces.
- Identify, log, and classify alarm failures, system deviations, and critical technical alerts.
- Analyze operational and performance data and independently determine appropriate response strategies, escalation priorities, and corrective action recommendations.
- Lead technical analysis of equipment failures and operational anomalies, providing recommendations to management and engineering teams regarding corrective actions, maintenance priorities, and operational risk mitigation. Assists in executing remote reset protocols or adjustments under the direct guidance of senior engineering staff.
- Document technical findings and steps taken during the troubleshooting process to build our internal knowledge base.
- Serve as a technical advisor to clients regarding equipment performance, maintenance planning, and operational optimization. Drafts and deliver clear, timely notifications regarding system outages, active failures, and estimated resolution times.
- Compile routine operational reports for clients, highlighting uptime, energy production metrics, and maintenance intervals.
- Analyze performance trends and recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Utilize technical drawings, manuals, and equipment bills of materials (BOM) to precisely identify and specify replacement parts.
- Coordinate with vendor networks and dealers to check parts availability, request quotes, and track lead times.
- Assist the engineering and field service teams in organizing technical kits for scheduled maintenance or emergency repairs.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years troubleshooting combusting power generation systems and controls.
- Experience analyzing complex equipment performance issues and developing solutions based on technical knowledge, system data, and operational requirements.
- Computer skills.
- Customer skills to communicate issues and advise on solutions.
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Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth!
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Pre-employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing arerequiredfor all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.
Qualifications:- 1-3 years troubleshooting combusting power generation systems and controls.
- Experience analyzing complex equipment performance issues and developing solutions based on technical knowledge, system data, and operational requirements.
- Computer skills.
- Customer skills to communicate issues and advise on solutions.
About CoolSys
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Industry
Hardware, plumbing and hvac wholesalers
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Anaheim, CA, US
Year founded
2016