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Power Generation Maintenance Mechanic

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

Certificate

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A Power Generation Maintenance Mechanic must be able to safely use hand and power tools; work safely in accordance with regulatory and industry standards; perform advanced rigging and mathematical calculations; interpret construction drawings; identify, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and replace pumps, drivers, compressors, pulverizers, gearboxes, valves, and other major mechanical equipment; prepare and assemble piping components to include threading, cutting, and joining.

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Focus Statement A Power Generation Maintenance Mechanic must be able to safely use hand and power tools; work safely in accordance with regulatory and industry standards; perform advanced rigging and mathematical calculations; interpret construction drawings; identify, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and replace pumps, drivers, compressors, pulverizers, gearboxes, valves, and other major mechanical equipment; prepare and assemble piping components to include threading, cutting, and joining; remove, install, and troubleshoot bearings, mechanical seals, and couplings, and perform machinery alignments; troubleshoot and repair equipment; and have a basic working knowledge of turbines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and motoroperated valves. Overview l Two-hour closed-book examination l May use a basic function, non-printing calculator l No extra papers, books, notes or study materials are allowed Minimum passing score is 75.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply basic safety practices to protect workers during power generation mechanical maintenance operations
  • Apply basic rigging techniques to safely move and position equipment and components
  • Select and apply fasteners anchors gaskets and packing for mechanical maintenance applications
  • Perform oxyfuel cutting to support mechanical fabrication and maintenance tasks
  • Read and interpret construction drawings to support maintenance and installation activities
  • Install and maintain pumps drivers and valves for power generation systems
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay49-2095.00
  • Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers49-9051.00
  • Power Distributors and Dispatchers51-8012.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Wiring diagrams and testing devices — use independently to inspect and test substation and relay circuits, identifying common malfunctions with reduced oversight.
  • Test data and meter readings — analyze routinely to diagnose equipment malfunctions and document findings using analytical or scientific software tools.
  • Circuit breakers, brushes, and commutators — repair, replace, and clean with growing independence following manufacturer specifications and facility maintenance schedules.
  • Relay adjustment and switch isolation procedures — execute accurately to isolate defective relays and restore normal circuit operation in familiar substation configurations.
  • Maintenance and repair records — prepare and maintain in compliance with facility standards and regulatory requirements using office suite and spreadsheet software.
  • O&M manuals, schematics, and engineering guidance — consult proactively to resolve moderately complex equipment problems and verify optimum functioning of power systems.
  • Signal quality and connectivity test results — evaluate against acceptance criteria, identify out-of-tolerance cables, and escalate findings to senior staff when needed.
  • Equipment performance characteristics — assess by comparing test data against baseline specifications to determine whether system modifications have achieved desired outcomes.
  • Equipment shutdown notifications and scheduling — coordinate with facility operations personnel to minimize disruption during planned maintenance activities.
  • Time management and prioritization — apply to balance concurrent maintenance tasks across multiple equipment types in a live powerhouse or relay station environment.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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