Maintenance Technician, Harleyville, SC

Atlantic Power Corp

SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Arc Welding, Bandsaw, Blowers, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Conveyor Systems, Cutting Tools, English Language, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Gas Welding, Hand Tools, Hazard Analysis, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Metal Cutting, Milling Machine, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Plant Management, Power Plant, Power Transmission, Problem Solving Skills, Pumps, Reporting Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Equipment, Safety/Work Safety, Soldering, Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
SC
POSTED
9 days ago

Page 1 of 3 Effective 7.2026 Job Title: Maintenance Technician Reports to: Maintenance Manager Location: Dorchester Facility; Harleyville, South Carolina Summary: The Maintenance Technician position utilizes various skills to perform routine, non -routine, standard and non -standard maintenance and repairs to equipment through the plant. The position requires a good understanding of plant operations coupled with strong technical knowledge of equipment and repair procedures/tactics necessary to make either temporary or permanent repairs. Job Description : With safety of yourself and all those around you as the highest priority, the Maintenance Technician is expected to : •Work a Monday to F riday shift schedule with occasional overtime and irregular hours as needed to support reliable operation of the facility;•Write technical reports as required or directed;•Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS - HSI) to plan work, make requests and locate spare parts;•Troubleshoot equipment and make recommendations to Management as required;•Assist Plant Management during shutdown events, such as assisting in the coordination and oversight of the facility work force;•Review and maintain compliance with site safety programs such as LOTO, confined space entry, JSA's, hot work etc.;•Recognize the types of safety equipment needed for a job and ensure that all team members utilize the proper equipment;•Maintain professional competence in the field of power plant operations and maintenance;•Maintain a safe work environment through job planning, housekeeping and identification and correction of hazards;•Understand and use engineering, machine and component drawings and symbols;•Refer to and understand reports and manufacturer's manuals;•Determine proper application for fasteners, ferrous and non-f errous specialty alloys, non-f errous materials, etc.;•Use hand and power tools, including fastening tools, metal cutting tools, portable power tools, impact tools, milling machines, cut off and band saws, drill press, etc.;•Use precision tooling, vibration analysis equipment, and alignment instruments such as dial indicators and l aser alignment tools, etc.;•Conduct greasing and l ubrication programs for plant equipment using appropriate lubricants and frequency;•Properly plan, rig and execute heavy lifts;•Maintaining power transmission systems by installing aligning and repairing shaft couplings, keys, splines, bushes and tapered bushings;•Maintain rotary screw compressors and associated equipment; Page 2 of 3 Effecti ve 07.2026 •Maintain and repair of multistage centrifugal, vane and gear pumps;•Remove, install, startup, maintain and align steam turbines, gearboxes, pumps andelectric motors;•Set up and ope rate electric arc welding, gas welding and cutting equipment. Performweld, braze and solder fabrication and repairs as required;•Install and maintain bearings, seals and packing;•Install, maintain and troubleshoot belt and ash conveyors, as well as fans and blowers;•Install, maintain and troubleshoot fluid power systems, including variable proportion alcontrol valves, regulators, and actuators .Requirements: Education •High school diploma or equivalent required;•Associate Degree equivalent from a two -year college or technical school preferredExperience •Minimum of Four (4) years of operations and or maintenance experience in a powe rplant or similar industrial environment.Work Process Skills •While engaged in company business, employees are expected to conduct themselves ina courteous business -like manner, showing respect and consideration for fellowemployees and other site personnel, such as contractors and guests;•Cooperate with your co -workers in a manner that is positive and constructiv e; acceptthat there are different opinions and ideas; discuss issues in a professional manne rlooking for solutions that can be resolved at your level;•To communicate work related issues along with recommended solutions to yourcoworkers and/or supervisor in a timely and professional manner;•Be accepting of changes to your day to day routing as the business needs dictate;•To be appropriately dressed and ready for work prior to the start of a working shiftthrough to the end of the shift;•Comply with all Atlantic Power policies and procedures.•Qualify as a Plant Operator within 12 months of the date of hire.Physical Requirements •Ability to perform manual tasks including but not l imited to operation of hand and power tools;•Ability to travel when needed;•Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.;•Ability to bend and maneuver i n tight, cramped quarters;•Ability to work in hot, noisy and dark environments;•Ability to work at heights;•Ability to work in confined spaces;•Ability to work with and wear respiratory protection;•Ability to reach with hands and arms above shoulder level and at shoulder level;•ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time; Page 3 of 3 Effective 07.2026 •Able to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, butnot limited to, hand tools and machine parts;•Ability to communicate clearly with plant personnel, including the ability to give andreceive instructions over a radio;•Ability to see clearly; safely and readily identifying the labels, gauges, dials andindicators typically encountered in performing job duties;•Ability to read, write and understand instructions and procedures in English;•Ability to work outside of a normal shift rotation during call- outs or plannedmaintenance outages.

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Atlantic Power Corp