Condition Based Maintenance – Predictive Maintenance Specialist

VISTRA

Predictive maintenance specialist supporting Vistra’s fossil-fueled power generation fleet. Improving equipment reliability through condition monitoring, data analysis, certifications, and technician coordination.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeConnecticut, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Predictive Maintenance strategies and practices within fossil-fueled power plants, ensuring equipment reliability and performance through data analysis and standardized procedures. Proficient in technical support for maintenance operations and training Reliability Technicians in PdM technologies.

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Predictive MaintenanceCMMS ProficiencyVibration Analysis CertificationRoot Cause Analysis FacilitationEquipment Performance Improvement

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Hard Skills

Predictive Maintenance PracticesData AnalysisEquipment Condition MonitoringStandard Operating ProceduresTechnical Support for QA/QCOutage PlanningReliability Strategy DevelopmentEquipment InspectionDocumentation MaintenanceCapital Project Support

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationEfficiency ImprovementTask Planning and Implementation

Tools & Technologies

CMMSSKF SoftwarePlant Reporting InstrumentationData Collector

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 2 Certification in Vibration AnalysisLevel 2 Certification in ThermographyLevel 2 Certification in Lubrication AnalysisLevel 3 Certification in PdM Technology

Industry Keywords

Fossil Fleet MaintenancePower Plant OperationsReliability StandardsPredictive Maintenance StandardsMaintenance Networks and Forums

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the operation and maintenance of the fossil fleet
Drive plant Predictive Maintenance functions to ensure the maintenance strategy is effectively executed
Improve equipment performance and interface with corporate support groups and fleet resources to strengthen maintenance and reliability programs
Apply predictive maintenance practices within a fossil-fueled power plant
Promote safety using HPI tools and techniques and participate actively in the plant safety program
Ensure equipment data is collected consistently, accurately, and on time
Analyze equipment data proficiently and use support resources efficiently
Maintain equipment strategies to minimize unplanned failures and maximize plant reliability
Champion the plant predictive maintenance program
Standardize procedures, processes, equipment, and operations practices across the plant and fleet
Support capital projects with data and analysis
Provide technical support for QA/QC, equipment installation, and startup
Participate in outage planning and provide input on equipment inspection and repair
Maintain documentation supporting data-driven PdM decisions
Develop predictive maintenance strategies for existing and newly added equipment
Monitor equipment condition and historical trends using plant reporting instrumentation
Train Reliability Technicians in PdM technologies
Coordinate and direct Reliability Technician work as needed
Assume Reliability Supervisor responsibilities during absences

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Ten years of related industrial experience, preferably in power plant maintenance or operations
Progressive responsibility in related industrial work
Proficiency using CMMS, SKF software, drawings, and instruction books
Level 2 certifications in vibration analysis, thermography, and lubrication analysis
Level 3 certification in one PdM technology: vibration analysis, thermography, or lubrication analysis
Participation in maintenance and reliability networks and forums
Experience facilitating root cause analysis (RCA) according to Vistra standards
Knowledge of corporate Reliability and Predictive Maintenance standards, processes, and procedures
Ability to create or support ideas that improve efficiency
Ability to plan and implement tasks within expected time frames
Clear and concise written, verbal, and electronic communication
Knowledge of how assigned work affects operations and maintenance of other systems and units
Ability to use a PC and/or data collector 4–6 hours per day
Ability to work occasional long or irregular hours
Ability to travel occasionally between company facilities and stay overnight occasionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Flexibility for position to be based at a Vistra generation site
Occasional travel between company facilities and occasional overnight travel
Equal employment opportunity
Disability accommodation support