Full-Time

Operations & Maintenance Technician at xAI

Company xAI
How You'll Work onsite
Level mid
Sector Technology
Posted Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Operations & Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of a 1.2 GW behind-the-meter simple-cycle load following facility.

This is a true multi-skilled "hybrid" position requiring proven hands-on expertise in control room operations, mechanical maintenance, electrical, instrumentation & controls (I&C), and water treatment/chemistry for the LM6000 platform.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Control Room Operator duties:

Safely start, operate, monitor, and shut down LM6000 gas turbines and BOP systems. Execute fast-start dispatches, respond to alarms, and provide effective communication to the facility operations team. Maintain shift logs, LOTO records, and regulatory compliance documentation

  • Perform Mechanical maintenance specific to LM6000:

Perform Level 1–2 maintenance, borescope inspections, combustor/TBC inspections, and unit alignment. Replace VBV/IGV actuators, perform lube oil system maintenance, and service starters/clutches

  • Perform Electrical maintenance:

Test and maintain 13.8 kV switchgear, generator breakers, and MODs Test exciter, and AVR; calibrate protective relays; support black-start diesel Troubleshoot 480 V MCCs, test motors, and perform infrared thermography

  • Perform Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) duties:

Calibrate and troubleshoot vibration, temperature, pressure, and speed sensors Test fire & gas systems (Det-Tronics, etc.) and perform loop checks

  • Perform Water Treatment & Chemistry duties:

Operate Reverse Osmosis/demineralized water system daily for NOx water, SPRINT, fogging, and water wash system. Test water purity (conductivity, silica, TDS, ph), dose chemicals, and regenerate resin beds

  • Execute LOTO, hot work, confined-space permits
  • Lead or support scheduled LM6000 borescope, combustion, and hot section outages
  • Maintain critical spares inventory and CMMS records.
  • Mentor apprentices and contractors

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–5 years of direct hands-on experience on LM 6000 aeroderivative turbines (Level 1/2/3 maintenance qualified strongly preferred)
  • Demonstrated competency in at least three of the five core disciplines: Control Room Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, and Water Treatment/Chemistry
  • Ability to read and interpret LM6000-specific P&IDs, electrical one-line diagrams, Medium-voltage experience is a plus
  • Strong computer skills
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check, drug screen, respiratory fit test, and physical
  • Physical Requirements:

Work at heights, in confined spaces, and around high-voltage equipment Lift 50+ lbs repeatedly, climb turbine enclosures, and wear full PPE including respirator Tolerate high heat and humidity inside LM6000 enclosures and outdoor extreme weather conditions

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • LM6000 Level 1, 2, or 3 Maintenance Certification
  • DCS Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  • NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
  • Vibration Analyst Category II or higher

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