Electrical Power Production Technician

About the role

The Electrical Power Production Technician is responsible for installing, operating and maintaining electrical generating plants and mobile power equipment. The role involves ensuring reliable power output, performing inspections, troubleshooting and adhering to safety and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Install, operate and modify electrical power plants, distribution equipment and automatic transfer panels.
• Inspect, test and service components such as engines, generators, switchgear, compressors and auxiliary systems.
• Adjust and synchronize generator systems to maintain proper voltage, frequency and load sharing.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including corrosion control, gauge replacement and calibration of repaired items.
• Document inspections, maintenance actions, meter readings and performance data in official logs.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of experience operating and maintaining power generation equipment.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; U.S. passport preferred; ability to obtain a Qatar residency visa.
• DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions, long hours and hazardous settings.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Electronics and electricity knowledge, including generation, conversion, distribution and utilization.
• Low and medium voltage circuits, circuit breakers, switches, fuses, regulators, relays, instruments and meters.
• Interpretation of wiring diagrams, schematics and technical publications.
• Operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines, generators and power plant auxiliary equipment.
• Use of precision test equipment and calibration procedures.