Welder/Mechanic

The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) brings a competitive edge to Massachusetts municipal utilities dedicated to providing their customers with low-cost and reliable electricity. We plan, develop and manage energy resources in an evolving marketplace that requires high levels of innovation and expertise. Our values are old-fashioned, reflecting 40 years of public power joint action, and our services are second to none.

We are currently seeking an experienced Welder/Mechanic for MMWEC’s owned and operated Stony Brook Energy Center; a 526 MW combined cycle and peaking power plant located in Ludlow, MA. Responsibilities include welding, pipefitting, rigging and the mechanical repair of all power plant and related equipment, including valves, pumps, compressors, etc. The individual in this position will demonstrate the ability to perform comprehensive preventative maintenance procedures. Welding responsibilities include the fabrication, installation and maintenance of equipment and fixtures, using drawings and/or other specifications. Mechanical responsibilities include the use of precision measurement devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, lasers, feeler gauges, and depth micrometers. Possession of a Second or First Massachusetts Firemen’s License is a plus.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this individual should possess the following:

- Ability to qualify for performing various mechanical tasks on a natural gas pipeline

- Ability to participate in a DOT-required random drug testing program

- Ability to work productively with a team and independently with a positive and proactive attitude

Qualifications include 5 years of proven knowledge and experience that demonstrates the ability to maintain and repair power plant equipment such as:

- Combustion turbines

- Steam turbines

- Pumps

- Compressors

- Gearboxes

- Other heavy duty rotating equipment MMWEC offers a competitive salary & benefits package including both a pension and savings retirement plan with company match.

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) eagerly accepts applications for employment from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, GINA, marital status, gender identity, age, ancestry, veteran status, mental or physical disability, and political belief or affiliation.