In PersonWorks at the Washington County site in Sandersville and the AL Sandersville site in Warthen; occasional company-business travel.
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required; technical training is preferred.
Three to five years of power plant experience is required.
Experience with GE 7EA or 7FA combustion turbines is preferred.
Familiarity with Mark V, Mark VI, and Mark VIe control systems is a plus.
Strong troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills are required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based tools is required.
Applicants must have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Applicants must be able to work within 45 minutes of the plant.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; the role requires occasional company-business travel and compliance with applicable company and insurance requirements.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including working outdoors in extreme weather, high noise, hazardous areas, and varied work surfaces; using personal protective equipment; working near high-voltage equipment and heavy machinery; entering confined spaces; performing physical tasks and lifting, pulling, turning, or carrying up to 50 pounds; and meeting the stated visual and manual dexterity requirements.
Applicants must complete a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and are subject to ongoing random drug testing.
Applicants must comply with strict smoking restrictions at and around the facility.
Weekend and overtime schedules are required, and the position participates in an on-call rotation.
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor plant systems to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including switchgear, motors, breakers, and plant wiring.
Calibrate and tune instrumentation and controls, and replace components as needed.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including combustion turbines, pumps, compressors, valves, and rotating equipment.
Maintain control of Lockout/Tagout processes and ensure proper safety protocols.
Qualify as a control room operator and follow plant operating procedures.
Accurately document maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance records.
Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs in a team-oriented environment.
Desired Qualifications
Technical training is preferred.
Experience with GE 7EA or 7FA combustion turbines is preferred.
Familiarity with Mark V, Mark VI, and Mark VIe control systems is a plus.
Salary Range: 38 to 50 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)
This position will work at both the Washington County (Sandersville)and AL Sandersville (Warthen) sites. The Washington County Power Plant site features four GE 7FA natural gas-fired combustion turbines. The AL Sandersville site features eight GE 7EA natural gas-fired combustion turbines. Together, these sites deliver reliable energy to the region.
The O&M Technician operates and maintains a simple-cycle power plant while applying advanced mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation skills. Depending on experience, candidates may start in a single-skill role or enter a multi-skilled position immediately.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and monitor plant systems to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain control of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) processes and ensure proper safety protocols.
Qualify as a control room operator and adhere to all plant operating procedures.
Document maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance records accurately.
Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs in a team-oriented environment.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
3–5 years of power plant experience.
Experience with GE 7EA or 7FA combustion turbines preferred.
Familiarity with Mark V, Mark VI, and Mark VIe control systems a plus.
Strong troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based tools.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
All plant employees are expected to work safely at all times. Working at the power plant will involve:
Exposure to varied outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions, high noise levels, hazardous areas, and diverse work surfaces.
Frequent use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high-voltage protective gear.
Working near high-voltage equipment and operating heavy machinery, with proper training and safety protocols.
Entry into confined spaces and potentially hazardous environments, often accompanied by exposure to loud machinery and equipment.
Physical activities including walking, standing for extended periods, crawling, stooping, sitting, climbing vertical and inclined ladders/stairs, operating large valves, and performing tasks requiring up to 50 lbs. of pulling, turning, lifting, or carrying.
Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating switches, pushbuttons, and other controls.
Visual acuity requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Participation in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, as well as ongoing random drug testing.
Compliance with strict smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
This position will be part of an on-call rotation.
Weekend and overtime schedules are required.
Living within 45 minutes of the plant is required.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.
CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.
This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.