Hydroelectric Power Technician, Operations

Primary Purpose

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, this position is a rotating shift schedule including weekends and holidays. The Operator Technician is responsible for assisting the remote operating center (NSCC) with the day-to-day operating activities for the Bear Swamp Project.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Practice safe work habits and follow Employer safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately identify hazardous conditions and/or act upon incorrect procedures when witnessed and, if necessary, stop the work or procedure.
• Practice sound, approved environmental principles and follow Employer environmental policies and procedures.
• Immediately act upon incorrect procedures when witnessed and, if necessary, stop the work or procedure.
• Follow approved Employer security policies and procedures.
• Through facility operations ensure compliance with all operational requirements and procedures.
• Identify and operate, as necessary, station hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems including analytical problem solving/minor troubleshooting.
• Work with crews to repair identified maintenance/operational problems to improve unit availability and station uptime.
• Maintain basic inventory control on spare parts and equipment.
• Adapt and respond readily and calmly to changing situations, emergencies including security issues, and multiple priorities in a dynamic work atmosphere.
• Monitor and report on equipment quality issues per factory requirements and employer specifications from disassembly to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to learn and use Windows-based software, including MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to learn and use PI Historian and IFS computer programs as applicable to the position.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing and able to travel and stay overnight for employer business purposes such as training and corporate meetings.
• Associate's degree in electrical engineering tech field or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of hydro generating units and AC power circuits.
• Working experience related to power grid operations.
• Experience with operation, repair, and maintenance of hydro turbine/generator systems and related equipment is preferred as follows: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic as well as minor troubleshooting.
• High voltage transmission training and experience.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA safety standards.