Power Plant Operator (P)

About the role

TDX Manley Generating is recruiting for a Power Plant Operator. This is a temporary position, scheduled to last 2 to 4 weeks, located in Manley Hot Springs, AK. This position reports to the Utility Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and with a team to maintain facilities and grounds.
• Help maintain the facilities and the diesel generators in the diesel power plant.
• Read meters, basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the power plant and Solar PV Farm.
• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on diesel generators, solar arrays, battery storage, facilities and related equipment at site.
• Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the power plant and switch room.
• Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur.
• Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of solar arrays and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation.
• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently on solar PV arrays and associated equipment located on the solar PV farm.
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner.
• Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources before and while performing any work assignment on the Solar PV farm.
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications to enable personnel to safely perform work-related tasks in a quality manner.
• Conduct monthly meter reads.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• A certificate or two-year degree program in applied sciences is preferred.
• One year of generation mechanic, Solar PV and battery storage experience, strong preferred or very good mechanical skills.
• Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work extended work schedules, often in unpleasant weather conditions, indoors and outdoors.
• Demonstrated ability to work in locations above the ground.
• A valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence and in good standing.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and meet all physical requirements for the position.

Qualifications

• Strong technical skills.
• Comfort with heights.
• A high degree of precision, care, and attention to surroundings when in working environments with minimum tolerances.
• A high level of integrity, strong work ethic, good judgment, fast thinking, attention to safety, and problem-solving skills.
• A professional attitude, leading by example, and willing to put the company and others before themselves.
• A recognition of the need for confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, initiative, and a commitment to quality.
• An excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Skills

• Strong technical skills.
• Comfort with heights.
• A high degree of precision, care, and attention to surroundings when in working environments with minimum tolerances.
• A high level of integrity, strong work ethic, good judgment, fast thinking, attention to safety, and problem-solving skills.
• A professional attitude, leading by example, and willing to put the company and others before themselves.
• A recognition of the need for confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, initiative, and a commitment to quality.
• An excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

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