General Maintenance Technician (Duane Arnold)
NextEra Energy
- Location
- Palo, IA, US, 52324
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
About this role
Requisition ID: 96303 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description The Plant Duane Arnold (PDA) General Maintenance Technician oversees a broad range of facility and maintenance tasks, ensuring plant operations, equipment, and safety standards are consistently met. Job Overview
The Plant Duane Arnold (PDA) General Maintenance Technician oversees a broad range of facility and maintenance tasks, ensuring plant operations, equipment, and safety standards are consistently met. Job Duties & Responsibilities
Facility Duties
Performs plant laundry tasks, including collecting, surveying and operating laundry monitor, stocks, and inventories supplies Operates decontamination equipment, including CO2 blaster, high-pressure washer, ultrasonic sinks, bead blaster, hydrolasers, mask washing equipment and hand decon Maintains grounds, including operating lawn care and snow removal equipment Serves as firewatch and confined space attendant Responds to haz-mat spills Maintains and accounts for HEPA vacuums and PVUs Manages plant hose control Segregates trash and handles asbestos removal Cleans septa and moves office personnel as needed Supports M&TE program and assists civil contractors/workers Performs general painting and floor coating Handles chemical deliveries Housekeeps general plant areas, including outbuildings and cooling towers Conducts minor building maintenance on non-plant equipment After pre-job briefing, conducts smear surveys to check decontamination effectiveness (does not declare areas/items free of radioactive contamination) Surveys and labels trash and/or laundry bags Trains manlift operation, safety ladder refurbishment, monthly eyewash/shower inspection, and AHERA-accredited asbestos inspection
General Maintenance Duties
Manages daily operations of tool cribs Keeps tool rooms organized, clean, and stocked to prevent production interruptions Ensures tooling and machinery meet or exceed safety standards Issues and receives tooling for production staff Segregates damaged or worn tooling for repair/service Inspects safety harnesses and rigging equipment Maintains inventory of combustible and general-use chemical cabinets Requisitions and acquires new tooling, expendables, shop supplies, and materials for Maintenance Departments Stocks tool boards in all locations Ensures proper storage and disposal of materials used in tool rooms Performs personal health physical coverage and peer inspections May be assigned to fire brigade as required Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications
Education: High School Grad/GED or equivalent experience Experience: 0+ years Demonstrates a high degree of dexterity and ability; learns and applies basic maintenance skills Passes the Maintenance Positions Selection System (MASS) Aptitude test Preferred Qualifications
Experience: 3+ years of related working experience in one or more crafts Special Requirements
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more. Employee Group: Non Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Maintenance/Construction Organization: NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC Relocation Provided: No NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis