Power Plant O&M Technician II - PUCS

Job Summary: Conducts day-to-day operations and maintenance of the plant to include plant operations, mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance, or instruments and controls. Monitors plant performance and is capable, without supervision, of identifying mechanical, electrical and instrumentation/controls and performing correctiveaction when appropriate. Fully proficient in at least one of the disciplines listed above and as such has the ability to operate the control board, perform complex mechanical or electrical duties, and/or perform as an instrument and controls technician. Lead acceptance and performance tests on existing or new plant equipment. Provides guidance to lesser experienced operations personnel.

Job Functions: Start-up, operate, shutdown and secure assigned equipment or systems under normal and emergency conditions from the control room or in the field. Troubleshoot and perform artisan level mechanical skills such as pipefitting, boiler repair, pump, motor and coupling alignment. Inspect assigned machinery thoroughly for malfunctions and / or potential failures. Maintain logs and records as required to record complete operating conditions for assigned equipment and systems and report any irregularities. Perform facility water chemistry tests and control treatment chemicals within recommended limits. Repair and calibrate equipment as required. Identify hazardous and/or unsafe conditions or work practices, notify supervisor and take action to correct as required. Controls, monitors and evaluates plant production equipment and output including efficiency and related variables (e.g., heat rate, cost/unit of production, system demands and capabilities given various circumstances) and the overall effectiveness of operation practices and procedures. Monitors readings from controls (temperature, pressure, flow, etc.) for long term variances from normal trends and responds to the variances and issues instructions to ensure continued safe, reliable, and cost-effective power generation from the facility, while maintaining environmental standards. Performs routine (ash, boiler and fuel system maintenance, valve packing replacement, valve replacement, pump repairs, pump overhauls, electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting) and complex (equipment alignment, boiler instrumentation replacement, continuous emissions monitoring systems, distributed control systems, turbine overhauls) maintenance work, as assigned. Develop operating and maintenance procedures to ensure consistent and safe operation. Supervise, coordinate or aid contractors performing work at the facility. Comply with all Facility Environmental, Health and Safety policies and programs. Maintain logs and/or records of problems, repairs, and downtime as needed. Participate in committees and task forces as needed, for plant operations and improvements. Aid in the implementation and upkeep on the overall preventative maintenance and spare parts inventory tracking system. Conduct or assist in scheduled and forced outage maintenance work. Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. High School diploma or equivalent level of work experience. Successful completion of applicable pre-employment test battery. Successful completion of applicable pre-employment drug testing and formal background checks. Must be able to perform the physical demands of the assigned position. Must possess solid level of computer literacy (Microsoft Office).At least three years of related work experience. Possess a valid state-issued driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position. Must possess basic math skills, basic reading skills, and good verbal/written communications skills. Proficient with the use of power, precision tools and calibration equipment. Must be cooperative with all contacts in this work and have the ability to work without direct supervision. Must know the hazards involved and the safety precautions to be practiced in the operation and maintenance of power plant equipment and machinery. Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety practices and procedures. Must be able to respond to audio alarms and variations of sound. Basic data entry/computer skills. Work as a team. Must be able to pool our knowledge and energy to work in tandem to completely understand and productively respond to all of the business challenges.

Work Environment: Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and other equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required. Requires working 12-hour shift, 40 hours per week including weekend and holiday as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. On call status (day and night) may be required. Working indoors and outdoors. Physical Abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be able to work on feet for extensive periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting 50 pounds. Must be able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces and in extreme heat and cold conditions.