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- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 21, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
- Pay provenance
- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
The Equipment Specialist (Mechanical) focus is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the plant equipment and the entire generating station.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs mechanical duties as required at apprentice to Journeyman level to maintain equipment.
- Will be required to use an assortment of tools that will include hand tools and power tools (both electrical and air operated)
- Duties include but are not limited to: Performs troubleshooting, repair and operation of mechanical power plant equipment
- Monitors Equipment temperature, pressure, flow and level transmitters/gauges to assess the condition of the equipment and enters data into handheld electronic devices.
- The majority of work will be performed in a physically demanding environment, which includes working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- As a power plant employee, the incumbent will perform duties in Mechanical Maintenance, Operations, Electrical Maintenance and other duties as assigned.
- May be subject to being a member of Plant’s Fire Brigade and Rescue Team.
- May be subject to working a rotating shift schedule.
- Job assignments will be made based on merit, skills, knowledge, abilities and qualifications.
- All work shall be performed in compliance with Luminant Safety Handbook.
- Performs other duties as required
Requirements
- High School Diploma, or GED equivalent is required
- 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 by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.
- Prior Power Plant Experience is preferred.
- Good Knowledge of basic math, reading and writing skills required.
- Ability to use all hand tools and various tools
- 3- 5 years Journeyman level experience in a heavy industrial setting (Utility, Refinery, Mill, etc) performing Mechanical Maintenance activities
- Ability and knowledge in troubleshooting, repairing, installing, reading mechanical prints, etc) preferred.
- Good Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Basic Computer skills
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