NRG Energy

Overview

NRG is focused on creating a smarter, cleaner, and more connected future through innovative solutions in energy and home services. The Mechanic role involves providing mechanical maintenance support in an electrical generating power plant, ensuring the proper functioning of various equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, inspect, and repair equipment such as boilers, turbines, pumps, motors, valves, and condensers.
• Replace bearings, packing in pumps and valves, and other miscellaneous parts used in plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot stationary and rotating equipment and make repairs as needed.
• Operate machine shop equipment such as drill presses, lathes, and boring mills.
• Repair or replace defective parts and adjust clearances and tolerances on equipment.
• Design and build special tools and apparatus to facilitate work.
• Check equipment operation by observing oil pressures and levels and gather routine vibration data.
• Perform gas and/or arc welding in mechanical repairs and fabrication.
• Perform plumbing and pipe fitting tasks.
• Develop proficiency with SAP in all job-related areas.
• Use blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and specifications in daily duties.
• Set up rigging for installing and removing equipment.
• Identify and order proper materials for job completion.
• Document work performed for equipment histories.
• Recognize safety hazards and follow safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with all plant personnel.
• Provide direction and/or supervise outside resources as necessary.
• Assist in providing skill enhancement to other personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics, and grammar.
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a power plant or similar industrial environment.
• Associates degree or equivalent apprenticeship preferred.
• Knowledgeable of environmental rules and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic level computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Additional Information

• Employee must arrange own transportation to work location.
• Limited travel may be required for training or to assist with other plant locations.
• Must be prepared to work irregular or rotating shifts and respond to emergency callouts 24/7.