Operations & Maintenance Technician

Job Responsibilities

• Perform piping and conduit installation in the plant for system upgrades and modifications.
• Operate demineralizers, compressors, and turbine components.
• Inspect and watch on each system within the plant.
• Maintain equipment by tightening fittings, replacing valve packing, gaskets, valves, and gauges.
• Clean, replace, oil, and lubricate other component parts and equipment as required.
• Read meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature, vibration, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels.
• Perform general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility including painting projects as required.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all areas of the plant and control room.
• Operate and maintain a Combined Cycle power generating facility equipment with minimal guidance or assistance as directed by and in coordination with the LOMT/CRO.
• Identify and resolve CEMS problems.
• Aid in calibrations and gas bottle change outs.
• Keep O&M Managers and/or LOMT fully informed of unusual plant conditions and current job progress as the job relates to facility operations when assigned on- shift.
• Responsible for ordering chemicals through established vendors.
• Utilizes the facility’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Works with the O&M Manager in managing the plant’s inventory, performing audits as needed.
• Responsible for opening and closing circuit breakers as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.
• Aids in the development of Operations and Maintenance procedures.
• Aids in the administration of the Operator training program.
• May operate heavy equipment such as man lifts and forklifts.
• Operates and maintains demineralized water system in accordance with OEM and plant procedures and monitors demineralized water to ensure quality is within acceptable limits.
• Reads, understands, and complies with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs. Follows all plant environmental permits.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Demonstrates knowledge of all facets of power plant operations.
• Demonstrates the ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
• Familiarity with DCS and PLC control systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical equipment.
• Adept at troubleshooting and diagnosing problems with mechanical equipment with the ability to apply a resolution in a timely fashion.
• Proficient at repairing, replacing, dismantling, and inspecting defective plant equipment and parts such as pumps, valves, fans, gearboxes, demineralizers, compressors, and turbine components.
• Knowledge of Water Chemistry.
• Experience with general hand & power tools used to maintain and repair various plant equipment.
• Two to four years related experience and/or training; or a combination of experience and/or education preferred.

Education Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college to technical school is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to do walking, reaching, climbing, and lifting (up to 50 pounds). Must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift and be available to work for call-ins and work overload as needed.

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays.
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus.
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.