Power Generation Technician – Mechanical/Electrical

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 52 week(s)

Skills

Drafting

Job Details

Job at a Glance

  • Job Title: Power Generation Technician - Mechanical/Electrical

  • Location: Front Royal, VA (onsite)

  • Pay: $25-$30/hour W2

  • Duration: 12/15/2025 – 12/12/2026


Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and identify process improvement opportunities based on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and industry best practices.

  • Support fleet-wide compliance efforts and maintenance standards.

  • Support Station Engineer with capital projects, CBM (Condition Based Maintenance)/PdM (Predictive Maintenance) program, and station evaluation.

  • Support station maintenance activities.

  • Support various station programs including R-Stamp, ASR/GADS, vibration analysis, etc.

  • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.


Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of engineering theories and principles.

  • Some understanding of advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).

  • Strong personal computer skills.

  • Ability to think analytically and solve problems.

  • Ability to understand ASME codes, regulations, and practices.

  • Ability to read and interpret various station drawings.

  • Knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (Excel, etc.).

  • Equally effective working independently or in team environment.

  • Decision-making skills.

  • Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.

  • Planning, organizational, and project management skills.

Preferences:

  • Mechanical/Electrical principles with an understanding of CBM and rotating equipment.

  • SAP.


About the Client

The client is a major U.S. energy provider responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and affordable power to millions of customers. Their Power Generation Group oversees a diverse fleet of generation assets, including natural gas, renewable, and other non-nuclear facilities that support grid reliability across the region. The team emphasizes operational excellence, safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all stations.

At the Warren County facility, the client focuses on high-efficiency combined-cycle operations and invests in modern technologies such as Condition Based Maintenance (CBM), Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and vibration analysis to optimize performance and extend equipment life. Employees supporting this group contribute to maintaining industry-leading standards and ensuring that the generation fleet operates at peak reliability while advancing the company’s long-term clean-energy commitments.

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