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Power Plant Maintenance Technician

Woodland, CA ยท 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 ...

Power Plant Maintenance Technician

Woodland, CA ยท 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 ...

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

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for power plant shutdown welding in the United States is $20.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work schedules and environments for power plant shutdown welding?

Power Plant Shutdown Welding positions often follow intense, project-based schedules, frequently requiring work during extended shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet strict plant maintenance deadlines. You can expect to work in dynamic, sometimes challenging environments, including confined spaces, elevated areas, or around heavy machinery, always with a strong focus on safety. Welders in these roles are usually part of a multidisciplinary team collaborating closely with engineers, maintenance crews, and safety professionals. The work is fast-paced and time-sensitive, but offers valuable opportunities to gain specialized experience in the energy industry and advance to supervisory or leadership roles with proven performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in power plant shutdown welding?

To excel in Power Plant Shutdown Welding, a strong background in industrial welding techniques, blueprint reading, and safety protocols is essential, often supported by certifications like AWS or ASME welding qualifications. Experience with specialized welding equipment (such as TIG, MIG, and stick welders) and familiarity with lockout/tagout systems are typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work effectively under intense time constraints are vital soft skills. These capabilities ensure critical repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to rigorous quality standards during plant shutdown periods.

What is a power plant shutdown welding?

A Power Plant Shutdown Welding job involves performing welding repairs and maintenance during scheduled shutdowns of power plants. These welders work on boilers, pipes, and structural components to ensure the plant operates safely and efficiently when restarted. The job requires knowledge of various welding techniques, safety protocols, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Due to strict deadlines, welders must complete tasks quickly while maintaining quality standards.

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Power Plant Technician/Control Room Operator

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Blackstone, MA โ€ข On-site

$60/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

The Company is currently seeking an experienced Control Room Operator for its Blackstone facility in Blackstone, Massachusetts. The Control Room Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring the status of all power plant systems from the field on a continuous basis. The Control Room Operator responds to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures in addition to maintenance procedures as required. The Control Room Operator assures that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner reporting directly to his/her immediate Supervisor. This role will pay between $40 to $60 per hour depending upon experience.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

Work with team members to meet the facilities established safety, environmental, operating, and maintenance goals and objectives. Respond to abnormal operating situations in a safe and environmentally conscious manner.
Perform operational activities required to support start-up, shutdown, and normal operation of plant equipment and systems.
Report equipment conditions or other facility anomalies that could affect the plant status to the Operations, Maintenance, and/or Plant Manager.
Make entries in the operating logs, environmental records, and other administrative documentation needed to support the operation and maintenance of the facility.
Complete required electrical switching and tagging of plant equipment and systems in accordance with approved facilities lockout procedures, industry guidelines and prudent operations and maintenance practices.
Participate in plant housekeeping program and complete clean-up activities required to maintain the desired level of plant cleanliness.
Perform assigned preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, emergency maintenance, and inspection of plant mechanical and electrical equipment as needed.
Complete routine cycle chemistry testing and make the necessary adjustments needed to operate within the established facility operating parameters.
Must be able to read and respond to computer-generated data, instrumentation, gauges, readouts and variations in color.
Comply with all required site safety requirements to identify and make corrective actions necessary to eliminate potential safety hazards in the facility. Utilize the facilities computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document and track the maintenance request / work orders and actions completed on plant equipment and systems.
Complete periodic reviews of the facilities environmental permits to ensure familiarity with the established operating limits and reporting requirements for each of the operating permits.
Must be able to perform additional duties as assigned by plant management

**Level of position will be determined by applicable skills/experience.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

Minimum 6 years of related experience
Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
Demonstrate effective oral and verbal communications skills
If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH);
Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2nd Class Engineer's License preferred
All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

Key Metrics:

Satisfactory completion of Tier 4 Job Performance Measures in primary job and satisfactory completion of Tier 2 Job Performance Measures in another skill.
Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Power LLC

Locations

Blackstone, MAMassachusetts
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