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DTE Energy

Power Plant Maintenance Technician

Woodland, CA · On-site

$41.62 - $54.50/hr

Experience in a biomass fired steam turbine power plant environment Other Requirements: * Must ... Demonstrated knowledge and understanding in four of the following skills: pipefitting, welding ...

PacifiCorp

Power Plant Mechanic

Glenrock, WY

$53.58/hr

Power Plant Mechanic location: GLENROCK, WY, US, 82637 Company: PacifiCorp POWER YOUR GREATNESS ... Must be able to weld low pressure, carbon steel pipe up to 6" in diameter. * Must be able to ...

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PacifiCorp

Power Plant Mechanic

Glenrock, WY

... a power or chemical plant), OR completion of college level associate degree in related field of ... Must be able to weld low pressure, carbon steel pipe up to 6" in diameter. * Must be able to ...

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PacifiCorp

Power Plant Mechanic

WY · On-site

... a power or chemical plant), OR completion of college level associate degree in related field of ... Must be able to weld low pressure, carbon steel pipe up to 6" in diameter. * Must be able to ...

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PacifiCorp

Power Plant Mechanic

Glenrock, WY · On-site

... a power or chemical plant), OR completion of college level associate degree in related field of ... Must be able to weld low pressure, carbon steel pipe up to 6" in diameter. * Must be able to ...

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DTE Energy

Power Plant Manager

Indianapolis, IN

... to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated ... contract deliverables are met * Supervise and direct the daily activities of all plant staff ...

RMS Energy

Power Plant Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

Weld aluminum components in multiple positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead - 6G test required) * Maintain tools and welding equipment in a safe working condition * Inspect, inventory, and ...

DTE Energy

Power Plant Manager

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated ... contract deliverables are met * Supervise and direct the daily activities of all plant staff ...

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How much do contract power plant shutdown welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract power plant shutdown welding in the United States is $31.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.84 and $38.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Power Plant Shutdown Welding vs Contract Power Plant Maintenance Welding?

AspectContract Power Plant Shutdown WeldingContract Power Plant Maintenance Welding
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME)Welding certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME)
Work EnvironmentHigh-pressure shutdown periods, confined spacesOngoing maintenance, regular plant areas
Industry UsageSpecific to plant shutdowns for repairs or upgradesRoutine repairs and preventive maintenance

Contract Power Plant Shutdown Welding focuses on welding tasks during scheduled plant shutdowns, often in confined or high-pressure environments. In contrast, Contract Power Plant Maintenance Welding involves ongoing repairs and upkeep during regular operations. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in timing and work conditions.

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Infographic showing various Contract Power Plant Shutdown Welding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,248 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

Maintenance Power Plant Operator

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Worcester, MA • On-site

$36.29 - $50.07/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:    

Under the general supervision of the Director or designee, the Maintenance Co-Generation Engineer I operates the boilers, turbine generators, turbo-motor compressors and all related auxiliaries of the Co-Generation Facility. 

 


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all power plant equipment including boilers, turbine generators, air compressors, refrigeration equipment, pumps, motors and all other related equipment auxiliaries.
  • Perform repairs to mechanical, electrical and distribution systems
  • Responsible for the production of steam, power, electrical power and refrigeration
  • Operates all high-pressure steam boilers with superheaters, economizes and auxiliary equipment.
  • Operates all steam turbine generators, condensers, condensing water pumps and other related auxiliaries, synchronizing the generators when necessary, synchronizing Mass Electric’s cables with the generator when necessary. Logs observations. Performs minor electrical functions (changes fuses, bulbs, checks circuit breakers) etc.
  • Observes power demand and consumption making required adjustments for power factor correction, frequency and voltage.
  • Operates four (4) electrical power systems, namely, the Uninterrupted Power System (UPS), the normal 13,800 volts power distribution system from the utility company, the Emergency Power System from the standby diesel generator.
  • Operates all centrifugal compressors, motors, condensing steam turbine-driven, condensing water pumps and other related auxiliaries. Logs observations.                                                                                    
  • Operates a large cooling tower and fans serving the turbine and refrigeration systems.
  • Performs preventive maintenance, cleaning and repair of all power plant equipment and instrumentation.
  • Ability to take readings on all Power Plant Equipment.
  • While in the performance of routine duties; may be required, as needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification; where the work or task does not require a specific license.
  • Perform other duties as required.

 


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must hold a Massachusetts Third Class or higher grade Stationary Engineer’s License.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in modern power plant.
  • Possess thorough knowledge of, and ability to maintain and repair, all power plant related equipment, with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts.
  • Possess some welding and machine shop experience.
  • Possess the theory and application of good safety practices around high pressure, high voltage systems (13,800 volts), and rotating equipment.
  • Possess the theory, application and experience in the operation of maintenance of refrigeration and condensing steam turbine-driven centrifugals compressors, evaporators, condensers, and related equipment
  • Possess theory, application and experience in the operation of large condensing, extracting steam turbo-electric generating equipment and related auxiliaries.
  • Possess the theory, application and experience of large high pressure boilers equipped with super heaters, economizers dual fuel systems, pneumatic combustion controls, and flame scanners.

All Power Plant Operations staff are required to comply with UMass Chan’s Inspection and Maintenance Plan filed with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities Pipeline Safety Division. This plan must be reviewed as part of annual training.

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