Operations and Electrical Technician III

Calpine a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG) is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation Calpines fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27000 MW of electricity enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean efficient modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984 Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental addition its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earths surface to produce clean renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following other duties may be assigned)

The daily routine will consist of ensuring the BESS systems are fully available and charging/discharging per dispatch. Acknowledging and responding to alarms. Performing plant rounds inspections and general housekeeping. Authoring reviewing and updating: Standard Operating Procedures Emergency Response Guides EHS Policies performing scheduled maintenance via assigned work orders submitting daily availability declarations to scheduling coordinators keeping the plant logbook managing contractors issuing & tracking permits for safe work confined space hot work and energized electrical work review and update P&ID and electrical drawings. Preparing and hanging Lock Out Tag -energizing or re-energizing equipment fed from multiple AC and/or DC power sources hanging temporary electrical grounds. Maintain site 125VDC backup batteries and chargers.

Job Responsibilities

Senior-level; recognized technical expertise in own and possibly related functions.
Performs a variety of complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge.
Regularly makes decisions on non-routine or escalated technical issues.
Independently prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade group of related tasks or functional area.
Checks own work and possibly the work of others; work results are of the highest quality standards and advanced technical competency.
Errors may be serious usually not subject to direct verification or check.
Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity.
Resolves the most complex technical issues conferring with Team Leader occasionally; may serve as resource to others in resolution of complex issues.
Works under limited supervision.
Prioritizes own weekly schedule and may guide others in the completion of tasks within clearly defined schedules as set by management.
Regularly provides on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma degree from technical/vocational school or equivalent.
Senior-level; minimum of 5 years experience in instrument/electrical and control system applications.
Strong mechanical aptitude with an advanced understanding of chemistry physics electricity and mathematics.
Experience with DCS programming and configuration
Advanced certifications/licensures. Valid state drivers license

Salary Information
Hourly Rate Range - $55.26 to $69.08/hour

Additional Calpine Information:

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Required Experience:

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