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We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

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Job Summary:

The O&M Technician position is a multi-skilled operations and maintenance position that performs work associated with various disciplines within the assigned facilities (operation, electrical, instrument, and mechanical). The position is cross-functional to provide flexibility.

Job Functions:

The following is a list of representative duties that indicate the level of work an employee will be expected to perform. It is by no means a detailed list of all duties to be performed.

Monitors, inspects, adjusts, operates, and controls certain power production, auxiliary, and facility equipment to ensure safe, legal, reliable, and efficient operation.
Checks, and reports on all phases of the operation for difficulties or irregularities.
Conducts duties in a manner to comply with environmental laws, regulations and policies.
Assesses equipment condition through inspections, testing, and diagnostic tools.
Performs mechanical, electrical, and instrument maintenance and reports on repairs to assigned equipment.
Trains others in the inspection, repair, and operation of the facility.
Keeps assigned work areas clean at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Hours

Normally, a 12-hour rotating schedule. Overtime as required. In addition, work schedule may be changed based on operational needs.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma.
Related experience in industry or mil itary.CC Tech must have a minimum of two years' experience in an industrial maintenance discipline.
Must work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be recommended by aptitude and skill testing.
Willing to travel to remote sites, occasionally staying overnight for up to five (5) nights

Work Environment:

Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and other equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.
Requires working shifts with possible weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions.
Includes working indoors and outdoors and in all weather conditions.

Physical Abilities:

Must be able to work on feet for extensive periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting 50 pounds.
Must be able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces and in extreme heat and cold conditions.
Ability to perform heavy physical work, requiring the handling of.50 lbs., for extended periods of time, and possess the ability to work at heights, around water, off platforms, walkways, and scaffolding.
Must be able to work in confined spaces.
Must pass a respirator fit test and wear appropriate PPE as required.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements	Frequency
Bending/Stooping/Kneeling/Squatting/Twisting	Frequent
Climbing (Stairs, ladders)	Frequent
Full Motor Capability	Frequent
Hearing	Frequent
High Eye-Hand Coordination	Frequent
Keyboarding	Frequent
Lifting – Medium (up to 100 lbs.)	Frequent
Lifting - Heavy (more than 100 lbs.)	Occasional
Pulling/Pushing (up to 100 lbs.)	Frequent
Sight Acuity Far	Occasional
Sight Acuity Near	Frequent
Sight Depth & Color Acuity	Frequent
Sitting at Video Display Terminal	Frequent
Standing and/or Walking	Frequent
Talking (Loud and/or Clear)	Occasional
Crawling	Frequent
Carrying (up to 50 lbs)	Frequent
Carrying (more than 50 lbs.)	Occasional
Reaching above the shoulder, at the shoulder and below the shoulder	Frequent
Clerical/Typing	Frequent

Environmental/Work Conditions

Condition	Frequency
Business Travel	Occasional
Dirty/Dusty Environment	Occasional
Extreme Temperatures	Occasional
Fumes/Mists/Odors/Gases/Poor Ventilation	Occasional
Mandatory Overtime Work	Frequent
Noisy Work Areas	Frequent
Rotating Shift Work	Frequent
Scheduled Weekend Work	Frequent
Work from Elevated Position	Frequent

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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