More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. The posting is for 4 available positions as a CT Tech Operator. This role supports the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of a combined and simple cycle generation facility. The Training Technician is responsible for learning and performing equipment start-up, shutdown, monitoring, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and routine maintenance across plant systems, including combustion turbines, steam turbine auxiliaries, water treatment systems, substation equipment, and balance-of-plant equipment. The position requires a strong safety focus, mechanical and electrical aptitude, the ability to follow procedures such as Lock-Out-Tag-Out, and the flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and respond to planned or unplanned site events. This is a hands-on role for someone who can work independently and as part of a team while building the technical knowledge needed to support plant operations. Responsibilities Responsible for operations, maintenance and balance of plant functions required at the facility. Perform operation, planned and unplanned maintenance on substation equipment. Perform and follow Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures on equipment such as HRSGs, steam turbines, gas turbines, pumps valves, chillers and high voltage equipment Performs record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spreadsheets and documents. Able to make repairs to steam turbine auxiliary, prime movers and balance of plant equipment at a Combustion Turbine facility Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations and warranty agreements Support and follow safety guidelines, policies and procedures. Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain water treatment facilities such as reverse osmosis, demineralizers; and perform chemical treatment for equipment such as evaporators and HRSGs Perform and monitor combustion and steam turbine plant equipment through normal operations, testing and emergency type events Must have general mechanical and electrical skills and knowledge to troubleshoot, maintain and operate a combustion turbine site Perform inventory duties, generating spare parts lists, min/max levels and revising inventory lists as required Ability to read and understand technical mechanical, civil, and electrical drawings General knowledge and ability to perform high voltage switching Basic Qualifications: HS Diploma/GED Effective communication skills, both oral and written Working knowledge of the overall operating fundamentals and principles of generating station systems, equipment and processes Lift up to 50 pounds Must have the ability to work within a team-oriented environment and demonstrate team interface skills. Demonstrates basic computer skills utilizing windows applications, emails and work management software. Demonstrates skills, attitude and ability to work safely. Demonstrates positive work attitude, initiative and the ability to work effectively with others. Demonstrates ability to learn quickly and work independently without the need of close supervision but can also function well in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree and 2 years of related experience Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control logic. 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, Passport or equivalent. Additional years of experience with combustion turbine technology High voltage and substation maintenance and troubleshooting experience. Experience with mechanical and electronic field-testing equipment Experience with digital control systems, programmable logic controllers, and multi-fueled technologies Knowledge of heavy lifting cranes and rigging requirements. Work 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. Able to work/respond on short notice to support planned/unplanned/emergency site events. Work schedule will require rotating shift work, weekend work and holidays. Required to wear a respirator and must be able to successfully complete a physical and respirator fit test on annual or as needed basis. Must be able to work at heights, from suspended work platforms and in confined spaces. This position requires field work in a Combustion and Steam Turbine facility which includes exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and humidity. Willing to travel approximately 5-10% for training and assist other Duke Energy Carolinas Combustion Turbine sites when required. Exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) May be exposed to high stress situations. Will be required to climb ladders and stairs at various heights; enter vessels or equipment with limited access. Ability to walk, bend, stoop, kneel push, pull climb ladders, work in extreme heat or cold, walk/work on grating surfaces at extreme heights Specific Requirements Must have a valid driver's license Must successfully complete EEI's Plant Operator Selection System (POSS), and Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) by Novemeber 17th 2026 Must successfully complete a Power Plant Physical Abilities Assessment Required to pass a medical physical including a respirator fit test Ability to successfully complete levels of Employee Development and Qualification Program training. Ability to work around equipment that generates electromagnetic fields (EMF). This position contains a weight restriction of 325 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading. Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes Represented/Union Position No 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. Posting Expiration Date Thursday, November 5, 2026 All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Plant Retirement Acknowledgement Buck Steam Station (Salisbury NC) Proposed Retirement Date: N/A By submitting a job application for this position you acknowledge the following: I acknowledge that the plant associated with this position is forecasted to retire by the retirement date listed above which date is subject to change based on business needs. 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