O&M Technician - Intermediate

PositionSummary

The Operations and Maintenance Technician (O&M Tech)is responsible forthe day-to-day safe operation of all onsite equipment and safety systems while following established Environmental, Health & Safety Standards to achieve an accident and injury free safe work environment.The O&M Techis also required tofollow and adhere to the established Quality Standards and Procedures designed to supply reliable power to ourcustomer(s).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Operate andmaintainthe Power Generation Facilityin accordance withOEM and DPS guidelines.

• Maintain an electronic logbook of operational activities.

• Troubleshoot plant process abnormalities/alarms using various indicators and historical trends.

• Handle daily routines including water treatment, equipment inspection, and log sheet readings.

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.

• Maintain DPS issued online training program requirements.

• Issue safety work permits andperformlock-out/tag-out of process equipment.

• Support ammonia liquid bulk delivery systems andmaintainstorage tank production.

• Inspect work areas for mechanical problems, safety hazards, and unusual operating conditions.

• Ensure all plant safety procedures are followed.

• Attend andparticipatein monthly safety meetings.

• Perform troubleshooting and minor adjustments orsubmitwork requests asrequired.

• Work effectively with employees, contractors, and vendors.

• Assistin reviewing and updating operating procedures.

• Aid in development of asset management-based maintenance programs.

• Comply withcompany safety and environmental regulations.

• Perform otherduties asassigned by management.

• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot equipment problems.

• Ability to read and understand Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs).

• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean facility equipment and components.

• Experience with computers and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) preferred.

• Experience with transformers and Gas Insulated Switchgear preferred.

• Experience with gas turbine operations and maintenance preferred.

• Understanding of protective relay equipment (SEL, ABB, GE, Siemens, etc.).

• Prepare andmaintainreports of tests, repairs, and maintenance.

Education, Experience and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic computerproficiencyincluding Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Previousexperienceoperatingor maintaining power generation facilities.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

• Highly motivated self-starter withdesireto learn.

Certifications

Valid Driver’s License, with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within the acceptable parameters of Company Policy, required. 

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment 

• Requiresemployeeto stand for up to 75% of the time 

• Requiresemployeeto sit for up to 25% of the time 

• Requiresemployeeto climb ladders or stairs toinspecting,repairing, andpaintingequipment and must be able to maintain balance on stairs and/or ladders without assistance

• Must be able to communicate and respond to coworkers, customers, and emergencycues/alarms, in person and on the telephone, including use of mobile devices 

• Must be able to frequently lift at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs. 

• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection 

• Potential, controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals  

• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold. 

• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop,kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces 

• Mustwear all required PPE, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots 

• Requires an employeeto frequently type and usecomputerand other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc. 

Travel Requirements

Position may require travel, including overnight stays, depending on business requirements.

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