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U.S. Pipe

Welder

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$41.69/hr

Plant Maintenance, Mill, or Power Plant Shutdown/New Construction * Certified Welder: AWS D1.1 Structural 1" Plate 3G/4G [unlimited thickness] bend or Xray * Proficiency working from blueprints

U.S. Pipe

Welder

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Plant Maintenance, Mill, or Power Plant Shutdown/New Construction * Certified Welder: AWS D1.1 Structural 1" Plate 3G/4G [unlimited thickness] bend or Xray * Proficiency working from blueprints

U.S. Pipe

Welder

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Plant Maintenance, Mill, or Power Plant Shutdown/New Construction * Certified Welder: AWS D1.1 Structural 1" Plate 3G/4G [unlimited thickness] bend or Xray * Proficiency working from blueprints

InvestedintheMission

WI · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Power Plant Engineer SpaceX is building and operating combined-cycle gas turbine power plants that ... Develop and refine operating procedures, startup/shutdown sequences, and abnormal operating ...

Future Ventures

WI · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

POWER PLANT ENGINEER SpaceX is building and operating combined-cycle gas turbine power plants that ... Develop and refine operating procedures, startup/shutdown sequences, and abnormal operating ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

WI · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Power Plant Engineer SpaceX is building and operating combined-cycle gas turbine power plants that ... Develop and refine operating procedures, startup/shutdown sequences, and abnormal operating ...

U.S. Pipe

Welder

Lynchburg, VA

$41.69/hr

Plant Maintenance, Mill, or Power Plant Shutdown/New Construction * Certified Welder: AWS D1.1 Structural 1" Plate 3G/4G [unlimited thickness] bend or Xray * Proficiency working from blueprints

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

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call power plant shutdown welding in the United States is $30.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Power Plant Shutdown Welding vs Power Plant Maintenance Welder?

AspectOn Call Power Plant Shutdown WeldingPower Plant Maintenance Welder
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME)Welding certifications (e.g., AWS, ASME)
Work EnvironmentHigh-pressure shutdown periods, confined spacesRegular maintenance areas, plant floors
Employer & Industry UsagePower plants during outages or repairsDaily maintenance and repair tasks
Search & Comparison IntentSpecialized shutdown welding during outagesOngoing maintenance welding roles

On Call Power Plant Shutdown Welding focuses on performing critical welding tasks during plant shutdowns, often under tight deadlines and in confined spaces. Power Plant Maintenance Welders handle routine repairs and welding throughout the plant's operational periods. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in timing, urgency, and work environment.

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Power Plant Operator

Consolidated Asset Management Services (CAMS)

Camden, NJ • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The Plant Operatoris responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all Plant equipment under their control in accordance with written plant procedures and under the direction of the Shift Lead OMT and O&M Manager. In the absence of specific orders and/or directives, the Operator exercises initiative, using experience and good judgment in Plant operation. Comply with plant policies including those concerning safety and environmental.

Camden Plant Holdings (Camden) is a 145 MW gas fired combined cycle facility utilizing a GE 7001EA Gas Turbines and a GE Steam Turbine with water cooled condensers. The facility is interconnected to PSEG and sells power into the PJM market.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of plant equipment.
  • Assist in combined-cycle plant start-up, shutdown, and equipment operations as necessary, including turbines, HRSG, and auxiliary equipment in accordance with operating instructions and procedures.
  • Properly operate plant equipment, including valves, air actuators, and electrical switches, during normal and emergency operation, including valves, selector switches.
  • Communicate information clearly, both orally and written.
  • Troubleshoot plant equipment to resolve operational problems.
  • Operate various computer systems to receive, analyze, comprehend, and input data.
  • Monitor and record data available using various instruments, recording charts, annunciator systems and other monitoring devices onto shift logs as directed.
  • Implement Plant Emergency Procedures as needed.
  • Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings.
  • Monitor and test water chemistry per written guidelines to maintain proper steam quality and boiler chemistry.
  • Communicate conditions of plant system and equipment to others.
  • Apply knowledge of combined cycle power plant operations and basic power plant principles to daily decision-making and work tasks.
  • Discern and respond to verbal and auditory signals from control panel.
  • Take, record, and analyze readings of various electrical and mechanical meters.
  • Ensure shift operations and maintenance PMs are performed.
  • Safely operate plant equipment, including, trucks, cranes, forklifts, and personnel lifts
  • Will involve occasional work with OSHA classified hazardous materials.
  • Meet physical requirements of the job such as perform tasks while standing, walking (up to 12 hours), climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, and squatting. The ability to lift (50 pounds), use hand tools and test instruments. Wearing personal protective equipment in the performance of duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, arc flash clothing, and work boots.
  • Performance of duties requires working rotating shifts, including weekends and holiday coverage, and off-shift coverage. "On Call" status may be required. Timely response to call-out opportunities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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