Production Technician

Production Technician

Job Details

• Company: City of Gainesville

• Location: Gainesville, FL, United States

• Department: GRU – Kelly Plant Operations

• Job Type: Full-Time, Rotating Shift Schedule

• Salary Range: $19.90 – $46.60 per hour

• Application Deadline: October 5, 2025

Key Duties

The City of Gainesville’s Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is seeking a skilled Production Technician to support operations at the Kelly Plant. This role involves hands-on technical, mechanical, electrical, and control system work in a power generation environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating, monitoring, and maintaining plant equipment and systems to ensure reliable power generation.

• Conducting preventive and predictive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation/control systems.

• Troubleshooting issues with plant equipment, control systems, and instrumentation.

• Supporting compliance with safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and confined space requirements.

• Assisting with training, documentation, and providing leadership support during supervisory absences.

• Collaborating with team members, contractors, and vendors to maintain operational efficiency.

This is a critical role requiring strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a 24-hour operation.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• At least three years of operational and maintenance experience in a process plant such as a utility plant, refinery, chemical plant, power plant, or similar environment.

• Must demonstrate journey-level knowledge in at least one discipline (operations, mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation/control) and apprentice-level knowledge in another.

Licenses & Skills

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.

• Ability to recognize hazards, apply safety practices, and work effectively as part of a rotating shift crew.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and tolerate varied environmental conditions.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range: $19.90 – $46.60 per hour.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health, dental, and life insurance.

  • Pension plan and deferred compensation options.

  • Paid leave and 11 paid holidays per year.

  • Tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness centers, and wellness programs.

  • On-site medical staff for employee health support.

About Us

The City of Gainesville is committed to building stronger communities through dedicated public service. Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) provides safe and reliable energy to the community while offering employees opportunities to work with advanced systems in power generation and utility management.

By joining GRU, you will not only contribute to the city’s energy reliability but also be part of a workplace that values safety, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

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