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Travel Hydro Turbine-Generation Tech I, II, III

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In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Saturday, November 21, 2026

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

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Traveling Turbine/Generator Technicians are skillfully trained and Responsible for high valuable core work associated with Disassembly, inspection, repair, and Reassembly of various styles of Hydroelectric Turbines and Generators. They are Proficient in the Disassembly, Inspection, Repair and reassembly of high-pressure governor components. The technicians maintain proficiency in critical and high-risk lifts of generator rotors, turbine runners, and other critical powerhouse equipment. They are proficient in the setup and operation of machine shop equipment, and related components. in addition, technicians have the mechanical aptitude to work on station balance of plant related equipment. lastly, they demonstrate leadership capabilities to plan, schedule and implement scopes of work associated with plant maintenance and upgrades. This job requires travel to temporary work locations throughout the Duke Energy hydro fleet at approximately 75% of the year.

Responsibilities

  • Traveling Turbine/Generator Technician is responsible for the Disassembly, inspection, repair, and Reassembly of various styles of Hydro Turbines and Generators. This includes all aspects of precision alignment.
  • Perform Maintenance and repair of Turbine and Generator subsystems such as: High pressure governor, Turbine inlet valves including hydraulic operators, Lube oil systems
  • Qualified to use precision instruments to an accuracy of 0.0001”. Performs inspection on above mentioned turbines and generators and components using precision measuring equipment including: OD and ID micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial gauges, laser alignments
  • Maintain proficiency in rigging of critical and high-risk lifts of generator rotors, turbine runners and maintain ability to perform all aspects of Turbine lifts.
  • Operation of Bridge cranes up to 500 Ton capacity
  • Operation of various location vehicles and equipment. Including: forklifts, pickup trucks, man lifts, (scissor and boom lifts), sandblasters, oxy/fuel cutting operations.
  • Perform machining operations associated with the repair and refurbishment of above mentioned turbine and generators. This will include: lathe operations, milling operations, boring operations, drilling operations, grinding operations.
  • Perform assigned maintenance activities independently or work within a team/group setting as needed.
  • Function as Lead Person/Implementation Manager in performing various maintenance activities.
  • Schedules may vary as project assignments and plant conditions dictate. Incumbent will be expected to work weekends, shift work and overtime. Travel away from home base can be up to 75% of the year. Expected to respond to unusual events and emergencies.
  • Read and interpret basic mechanical drawings, work orders and/or plans
  • Perform work on station balance of plant (BOP) related equipment

Traveling Hydro Turbine - GenTech I - Basic/Required Qualifications

  • Technical Degree
  • In Lieu of degree, HS Diploma / GED and 1 year related "hands on" work experience.

Traveling Hydro Turbine - Gen Tech II - Basic/Required Qualifications

  • Technical Degree
  • 1 year of related "hands on" work experience
  • In Lieu of degree and 1 year of work experience, HS Diploma / GED and 2 years related "hands on" work experience.

Traveling Hydro Turbine - Gen Tech III - Basic/Required Qualifications

  • Technical Degree
  • 3 years of related "hands on" work experience
  • In Lieu of degree and 3 year of work experience, HS Diploma / GED and 5 years related "hands on" work experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses

  • CDL

Required Qualifications

  • Job specific knowledge and skills associated with repairs to Hydro Turbines/Generators, large valves, turbine oil pumps, and all auxiliary systems for Turbines and Generators.
  • Ability to safely and independently operate manual lathes, milling machines, boring machines, (both horizontal and vertical), grinders, drills.
  • Ability to operate pendant cranes on equipment with tight tolerances.
  • Ability to operate forklifts, pickup trucks, man lifts, (scissor and boom lifts), sandblasters, oxy/fuel cutting operations.
  • Ability to perform above mentioned machining operations to hold close tolerances, (+/-.0005).
  • Computer literate in MS Office and work management software
  • Capability to pass respirator physical and wear all safety equipment
  • Successful completion of EEI Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) and Power Plant Physical Abilities (PAB),etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Able to obtain CDL license.
  • Direct experience with coupling alignment of large turbine couplings.
  • Experience with all aspects of hydro turbine alignment.
  • 1 year relevant 'hands on' experience in the assembly/disassembly and repair of various styles of large turbine inlet valves, both in shop environment, as well as field environments.
  • Direct experience in the field removal and installation of pumps, such as main turbine lube oil pumps, in a power generation, or similar environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and procedures.
  • Ability and willingness to follow work instructions or procedures as required.
  • Experience in the setup and operation of machine shop equipment, (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.).
  • Journeyman mechanic/millwright certification.
  • Apprentice program completion.
  • NCCCO/NCCCR certification for mobile and/or bridge crane.
  • Prior experience with operation of bridge cranes and rigging of turbine/generator components.
  • Prior experience with operation of various location vehicles and equipment. Including: forklifts, pickup trucks, man lifts, (scissor and boom lifts), sandblasters, oxy/fuel cutting operations
  • Prior experience with turbine related components and their alignment, (Rotors, stators, packing boxes, oil seals, bearing alignments, etc.)
  • Prior experience with disassembly, inspection, and repair of large valves, servo pistons, heat exchangers, etc.
  • Prior experience with the setup and operation of Machining equipment including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders.
  • Prior experience with the setup and operation of both horizontal and vertical boring machines.
  • Prior experience with field machining operations, (boring bars, stud removal etc.)
  • Prior experience with both static and dynamic balancing of pump related components, (shafts, impellers, laser alignments, etc.)
  • Prior experience with GTAW and SMAW welding processes.
  • Prior experience with pipe fitting and metal fabrication.
  • Prior experience and/or ability to obtain confined space rescue qualifications.

Working Conditions

  • Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way.
  • Frequent travel with occasional overtime
  • Occasional weekend work
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures and noise
  • Exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF)

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Travel Requirements

50+%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

IBEW Local 962

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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