Plant Operator Mechanic - Renewable Power (West Covina)

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Industrial Mechanic with experience in steam power generation to join our team as a Mechanic and Plant Operator at a small steam boiler power plant in West Covina, CA.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain steam boiler systems, turbines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct daily checks of operating equipment, including flow meters, gas chromatographs, fluid levels, pressure and temperature readings, and unusual noises to identify and correct issues before failure occurs.
• Sample feedwater and boiler water regularly, analyze results, and maintain proper water chemistry to ensure safe and efficient boiler operation.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, pumps, valves, and rotating machinery.
• Install, align, and repair industrial equipment in accordance with millwright standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Maintain detailed records of production data, equipment operating hours, service schedules, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations to ensure compliance.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in and around the plant: prevent oil accumulation, keep equipment and floors presentable, and maintain the yard and perimeter fence.
• Keep all on-site parts and supplies stocked, organized, and inventoried.
• Operate the plant with a strong focus on safety: clean spills immediately, ensure lighting systems are functional, eliminate slip/trip hazards, and promptly address electrical or mechanical issues. Confirm that all visitors, mechanics, and contractors follow safe work practices.
• Work with internal resources to resolve operational and mechanical problems.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
• Communicate material and personnel issues clearly to area managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma/GED equivalent
• Unlimited Steam License or Minimum 3–5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance and plant operations, ideally in power generation.
• Journeyman-level Industrial Mechanic or Millwright certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in equipment alignment, rigging, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or on-call as required.
• Basic electrical knowledge is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of steam boiler systems, pumps, compressors, and rotating equipment.
• General troubleshooting abilities.
• Skilled in recordkeeping and logging.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Must be self-motivated and perform most tasks with little or no supervision.
• Experience in welding helpful.

Work Hours and Arrangements

Monday to Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm; Occasional 12 hour rotating shift coverage to support vacancies.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

The range for this role is anticipated to be $35.00 - $39.00 hourly with bonus for eligible positions. Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401(k) plus Matching Contributions
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Ten Paid Holidays per year