Combustion Turbine Tech
Duke Energy Corporation
Maintain and troubleshoot equipment at a combustion turbine/combined cycle facility.
8 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
St. Petersburg, FL
Onsite
Company Size
26,413 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Utility Management
Electric Power Generation
Renewable Energy
Infrastructure Development
Energy Efficiency
Environmental Services
Transmission and Distribution
Sector Specialisms
Utilities
Coal & Natural Gas Power
Wind Power
Electric Power
Gas Distribution
Renewable Energy
Electric Grid Upgrades
Natural Gas
Role
What you would be doing
plant maintenance
turbine monitoring
equipment testing
safety compliance
lockout tagout
record keeping
- Responsible for maintenance and balance of plant functions required at the Combustion Turbine/Combined Cycle facility.
- Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on equipment at the Combustion Turbine/Combined Cycle facility
- Perform and monitor combustion turbine plant equipment through normal operations, testing and emergency type events.
- Support and follow safety guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Follow Lock-Out- Tag-Out procedures on equipment such as gas turbines, pumps valves, and high voltage equipment.
- Performs record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spreadsheets, and documents.
What you bring
maximo
microsoft
plc
digital control
journeyman
2-year degree
- Experience with mechanical and electronic field-testing equipment
- Must have the ability to work within a team-oriented environment and demonstrated team interface skills.
- Willing to travel approximately 5-10% for training and assist other Duke Energy Carolinas Combustion Turbine sites when required.
- 2-year college degree or technical school certificate; or 2 plus years of related experience or Combustion Turbine/Combined Cycle industry training or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Must be proficient with computers, software applications and plant work management software and tools such as Microsoft packages that include word, excel, power point. In addition, experience with maintenance management systems such as Maximo, or equivalent.
- Able to make repairs to prime movers and balance of plant equipment.
- Experience with large heavy gas turbine supplier technologies
- Competent (progression level) in Electrical, I&C and operations disciplines.
- Able to work/respond on short notice to support planned/unplanned/emergency site events.
- This position requires field work in a Combustion Turbine/Combined Cycle facility which includes exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and humidity.
- Ability to read and understand technical mechanical, civil, electrical drawings.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have general I&C and electrical skills and knowledge to troubleshoot, maintain
- Must be able to work at heights, from suspended work platforms and in confined spaces.
- Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations from station engineering
- Experience with digital control systems (Ovation, T-3000) and programmable logic controller
- Must possess a Journeyman Mechanical skill.
- Experience with heavy equipment rigging and a combustion turbine site with heavy equipment.
- Additional years of experience with combustion turbine technology is preferred and will be given preference over other power industry experience.
- Frequent overtime including weekend work and holidays.
- Experience with digital control systems, programmable logic controllers, and multi-fueled technologies
- Experience with pump overhauls, welding, mechanical seal replacements
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must successfully complete EEI's Plant Operator Selection System (POSS), and Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) at Mechanical Level
- Ability to work around equipment that generates electromagnetic fields (EMF).
- Exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF).
- Knowledge of heavy lifting cranes and rigging requirements.
- Onsite Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at a company facility.
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Visa Sponsorship- visa sponsorship is not provided (visa sponsored position: no)
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Company
Overview
$29 billion
Annual Revenue (2023)
The company reported impressive financial performance, achieving significant revenue in 2023.
58,000 MW
Total Generation Capacity
A diversified portfolio including coal, gas, nuclear, hydro, wind, and solar.
8 million
Electricity Customers
Serves a substantial number of electricity users across multiple states.
$210 million
HQ Renovation Cost
The iconic LEED-Platinum skyscraper in Charlotte cost significantly to build.
- Grew from a regional power provider into one of America's largest energy holding companies.
- Manages a diversified generation portfolio—coal, gas, nuclear, hydro, wind and solar.
- Typical projects include grid modernization, pipeline infrastructure, renewable energy build-outs and nuclear operations.
- Charlotte headquarters anchors an iconic LEED-Platinum skyscraper reshaping the city skyline.
- Honesty and integrity are at the core of all we do.
- A culture of transparency, high performance and pride among employees.
- Behaviors, as well as results, matter in our company.
- A Culture of Accountability enabling anonymous reporting and consistent enforcement.
- Our Ethics and Compliance Program is designed to foster a culture of ethical and compliant behavior.
44% reduction
Scope 1 Carbon Emissions
Achieved a 44% reduction in Scope 1 carbon emissions since 2005, equivalent to removing 13 million vehicles from the road.
48% reduction
Electric‑Generation CO₂
Reported a 48% reduction in electric‑generation CO₂ emissions from 2005 levels as of 2023.
50% reduction target
Carbon Emissions by 2030
Committed to reducing carbon dioxide emissions by at least 50% from 2005 levels by 2030.
Double renewables by 2025
Renewables Portfolio Expansion
Planning to expand the renewable energy portfolio from 11,900 MW to 30,000 MW by 2035, with an intermediate goal to double it by 2025.
- Net‑zero CO₂ emissions from electric generation by 2050
- 31% reduction in carbon emissions since 2005 (prior to 2030 acceleration)
- Methane‑neutral natural gas distribution by 2030
- Less than 5% energy from coal by 2030; full coal exit by 2035
- Expanded net‑zero target to include Scope 1, 2, and certain Scope 3 emissions
- Smart, self‑healing grid avoided over 1.5 million outages & 3.5 million outage hours (2023)
- Targeting 80% reduction in electric‑generation CO₂ by 2040
100% Score
LGBTQ Equality Index
Achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ-friendly policies.
500 Members
LGBTQ Equality ERG
The WeR1 LGBTQ Equality Employee Resource Group has nearly 500 members, supported by senior leadership to foster inclusion and professional development.
- Reflecting the communities we serve and strengthening our culture of inclusion and belonging (foundation principles)
- Diversity & Inclusion Councils and Employee Resource Groups drive inclusion and professional development
- Strategic goal: attract, engage and retain a talented, diverse workforce
- Strategic goal: create an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered
- Strategic goal: embrace diverse perspectives including culture, background and gender
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