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 as.

• 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

ValidDriversLicense with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within the acceptable parameters of Company Policy.

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment

• Requiresemployeeto stand forup to75% of the time

• Requiresemployeeto sit forup to25% of the time

• Requiresemployeeto climb ladders or stairs toinspectingrepairing andpaintingequipment and must be able tomaintainbalance on stairs and/or ladders withoutassistance

• 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 tofrequentlylift at least 10 pounds infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs.

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

• Potentialcontrolled exposure to hazardous chemicals

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

• Requires moving andmaintainingself indifferent positionsstoopkneel crouch and crawl toaccomplishtasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces

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

• Requires an employeetofrequentlytype 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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