Tech Rio Nogales O&M Operations 2

Pay Grade

GRADE: 12, 13*
*Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level*
DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 16,2023

Position Summary

The O&M Technician – Operator 2 operates, performs regular preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, tests, and makes rounds taking regular readings on all power plant equipment and systems. The O&M Technician – Operator 2 provides safety and environmental stewardship, ensures compliance with all applicable Federal and State regulations and plant procedures, and keeps all equipment in optimum operating condition. The O&M Technician – Operator develops and participates in continuous improvement of operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure consistent and safe operation. Valuable, non-core level skills in the area of administrative, mechanical, instrumentation and control, and/or electrical maintenance skills are also required.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Operates, performs regular preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, tests and makes rounds taking regular readings as required to maximize asset value.
• Creates and performs LOTO’s on equipment.
• Communicates with Control Room Operator and Management on any plant equipment issues.
• Writes and approves Safe Work Permits for all work being performed onsite.
• Supports other departments or vendors in troubleshooting equipment.
• Manages contractors performing work in area.
• Participates in operator training and continuing training.
• Manages preventive maintenance tasks and records preventive maintenance activities.
• Trains and develops other employees in performing preventive maintenance and routine equipment service activities.
• Practices situational leadership, safety and environmental stewardship.
• Leads equipment or system problem identification and recommends solutions.
• Develops operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure consistent and safe operation.
• Ensures that appropriate safety procedures are followed.
• Performs other duties and tasks as directed by the O&M Manager.
• Dependable, reliable and predictable attendance is required.
• Must possess a valid, in-state motor vehicle operator’s license at all times.
  

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior similar work experience preferred.
• Maintenance skills including, electrical, mechanical or instrumentation are preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a power, steam generation, or other industrial facility is desirable.
• Combined Cycle power plant experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to read drawings, understand procedures and instructions required for the competent support of power plant operations and maintenance.
• All employees have the responsibility to the customer and their co-workers to meet the plant’s objectives and customer’s needs in both an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to understand procedures and instructions required for the competent support of power plant operations and maintenance.
  

Competencies

Minimum Education

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Physical Demands