Power Plant Technician – Control Room Operator

Trimble Inc.

. Operate, monitor, and control all power plant systems from the Control Room .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeReading • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and monitoring power plant systems, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and adhering to safety and environmental regulations. Proficient in troubleshooting equipment and managing operations in a dynamic environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Power Plant OperationsPreventive MaintenanceTroubleshooting EquipmentLockout Tagout (LOTOV)Effective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Power Plant Systems OperationPreventive Maintenance TechniquesTroubleshooting SkillsMechanical SkillsElectrical SkillsInstrumentation KnowledgeComputer-Based SkillsManual DexterityAbility to Lift 50 lbsConfined Space Access

Soft Skills

Effective Oral CommunicationAbility to Work Under PressureFlexibility to Changing ConditionsProfessional InteractionPrioritization and Multitasking

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsPower ToolsPrecision ToolsMachine ToolsElectronic Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDPOSS/MASS Pre-Employment Test

Industry Keywords

Safety RegulationsJob Safety AnalysisHot WorkElectrical SafetyPPEPlant ShutdownsPlant StartupsEmergency ResponseMaintenance CoordinationVendor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate, monitor, and control all power plant systems from the Control Room
Execute plant shutdowns and startups
Respond to alarms and equipment issues
Coordinate maintenance and work with current plant conditions and commercial commitments
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance at a gas plant
Promote safe, effective, and reliable plant operation
Troubleshoot plant equipment
Perform daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repairs, replacements, and equipment or structure installation/removal
Perform LOTOV clearances under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor
Operate hand, power, precision, and machine tools
Maintain knowledge of electronic control systems and computers
Follow safety and environmental regulations, including Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety, and PPE
Progress skills within the primary skill set and complete Tier 2 operational and maintenance sign-offs
Demonstrate continual improvement in job skills and knowledge

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of related experience
Power plant experience preferred
Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures covering Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls
High School diploma or GED or equivalent
Standard computer-based skills
Effective oral and verbal communication skills
Independent troubleshooting knowledge
Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Must successfully pass the POSS/MASS pre-employment test and be a successful candidate in the POSS/MASS program
Flexibility to changing conditions and situations
Ability to respond calmly and think clearly in emergencies
Ability to access confined spaces, high elevations, hot areas, stairs, and ladders
Ability to visually read and respond to computer-generated data, instrumentation, gauges, readouts, and color variations
Manual dexterity to operate keyboards, pushbuttons, dials, and valves
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and documents
Ability to prioritize workload and multitask
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of management
Ability to manage relationships with vendors and contractors