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TekSky

Power Plant Auxiliary Operator

Williams, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

... power plant equipment including: • Steam turbine and generator • Air Compressors • Fuel ... Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental ...

NAES Corporation

Power Plant Engineer

Aquasco, MD · On-site

The station features a diverse configuration that includes seven gas turbines and two steam ... Your scope of responsibility as Power Plant Engineer will include the following primary functions:

NAES

Power Plant Engineer

MD · On-site

The station features a diverse configuration that includes seven gas turbines and two steam ... Your scope of responsibility as Power Plant Engineer will include the following primary functions:

NAES Corporation

Power Plant Engineer

Aquasco, MD · On-site

$145K - $175K/hr

The station features a diverse configuration that includes seven gas turbines and two steam ... Your scope of responsibility as Power Plant Engineer will include the following primary functions:

RAINCARBON

Power Plant Manager

Sulphur, LA

Purpose The Power Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the Lake Charles Power Unit, including the Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG ...

University of Missouri

Steam Plant Operator I

Columbia, MO · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

At the heart of our operations is the cutting-edge Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant (CCHP) , which generates steam, chilled water, and electricity to heat, cool, and energize more than 17 ...

eZone Staffing LLC

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Power Plant Control Room Operator

Ryegate, VT · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Schedule: Rotating Shifts - Nights, Weekends & Holidays ... Safely operate and monitor steam boilers, turbine generators, pumps, compressors, fans, motors ...

NAES

Power Plant Engineer

Mckittrick, CA · On-site

Utilizing ABB GT24 combustion turbines, ABB HRSGs, and an ABB VAX 16 steam turbine, the facility ... Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time steam power plant in the United States is $39.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Steam Power Plant vs Full Time Gas Turbine Power Plant?

AspectFull Time Steam Power PlantFull Time Gas Turbine Power Plant
CredentialsEngineering degree, boiler operation certificationEngineering degree, turbine operation certification
Work EnvironmentLarge industrial facilities, high-pressure boilersOpen areas, fast-paced turbine operation
Industry UsageElectricity generation, thermal powerElectricity generation, peaking power

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Maintenance Power Plant Operator

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Worcester, MA • On-site

$36.29 - $50.07/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 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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