O&M Technician

Description

• Performs plant switching and tagging of equipment in accordance with approved procedures and prudent operations and maintenance practices
• Maintains accuracy of shift operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders and other administrative documents related to the power plant
• Becomes lead system representative on assigned systems
• Assist other team members and works with all departments to support the operation in achieving its goals
• Reads and records gauges and meters. Performs routine operational test and adjustments on all power plant systems and components, as required
• Develops, assists, and revises operations and maintenance related procedures
• Conducts routine tours of the plant to inspect equipment; provides feedback to other employees
• Respond to abnormalities and take corrective actions consistent with established operating procedures and good engineering practice
• Performs and maintains housekeeping standards and duties
• Perform operations in accordance with established SOPs and job safety standards
• Complies with all site safety requirements and procedures. Identifies safety hazards and takes corrective actions, as necessary
• Performs routine cycle chemistry testing and makes the necessary adjustments to optimize efficiency. Checks daily consumption rates of chemicals, gasses, fuels, water, and other consumables; monitors inventories and initiates action to replenish when appropriate
• Performs routine preventive and predictive maintenance on all systems and equipment; supports corrective maintenance efforts on selected equipment when properly trained or supervised
• Performs all station shift operation and maintenance, including startup and shutdown of main plant components and auxiliaries
• Investigates plant problems, incidents, accidents, and unusual events, and provides analyses, recommendations, reports, and appropriate follow-up plans
• Performs electrical and mechanical inspections, trouble- shooting, and maintenance tasks under direction of Management when assigned
• Communicates with other company personnel on-site and at other locations. Represents the company in dealing with the public, steam and power customers, vendors, contractors, regulators, and other non-company personnel

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED, four years of experience and license is required
• Knowledge of and experience in mechanical maintenance, rigging, rotating machine repair, fabrication, machine alignment, basic vibration analysis, and using electrical test equipment Knowledge of chemistry and power plant chemical applications Ability to operate valves, switches, controls, keyboards, and other devices associated with power plants
• Must be AUO qualified
• Must have knowledge of utility and power plant mechanical and electrical equipment, including chillers motors, pumps, fluid systems, chemical handling, wastewater treatment systems, centrifugal air compressors, AC and DC electrical distribution and control systems, etc. and associated maintenance functions to provide for the following: Ability to learn and become proficient in all site specific systems and subsystems
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate and maintain various analytical and test equipment
• Ability to locate, troubleshoot, and adjust defects in mechanical equipment and/or maintain, install, modify, and troubleshoot plant electrical systems and equipment
• Knowledge of and ability to understand fundamental principles related to physics, mathematics, AC & DC electrical theory, heat transfer and fluid flow, thermal dynamics, and chemistry
• Willingness to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and respond to off-hour call-ins when contacted by phone
• Knowledge of power plant safety, policies, and procedures, especially in area such as chemical handling, high-energy systems, confined spaces, first aid, rotating machinery, and heavy equipment
• Ability to use basic hand tools, portable electric and pneumatic tools, and basic rigging equipment such as winches, hoists, and slings
• It is crucial to the outcome of job tasks that the employee is able to talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms extensively
• Required to stand, walk, or climb and stoop or kneel
• An associate degree is preferred

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance