Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine

About the role

Perform skilled gas turbine power plant operations which include start-up, parallel and shutdown of the gas turbine generator and auxiliary systems.

Evaluate and adjust gas turbine generator operating parameters and balance of plant control systems.

Monitor and control emissions in compliance with posted environmental permits.

Follow District safety procedures including Lock-out / Tag-out.

Inspect, maintain and repair gas turbine power plants and associated equipment such as; various types of pumps, compressors, hydraulic control systems , lubrication oil systems, cooling water systems, generators and turbines, station batteries, switchgear , water treatment systems, chillers, fans, lift equipment, fuel handling systems, etc using hand, power or pneumatic tools.

Troubleshoot and diagnose plant control systems using specialized test equipment.

Install, test and repair field instrumentation, such as gauges, sensors, transmitters, switches, indicators and automatic control valves.

Operate and maintain various types of water treatment equipment.

Perform skilled water chemistry analysis and take corrective action as needed.

Assist in the maintenance and operation of other power plants.

Perform general welding and fabrication work such as gas and arc welding, cutting, drilling, threading, grinding, and machine tool operation.

Maintain a variety of records including those for the appropriate regulatory agencies.

Participate in the preventive maintenance program.

Enter and complete work orders, record machine condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used and work performed.

Assist in similar activities at other power generating stations.

Perform general maintenance, including painting and cleaning duties to keep equipment, buildings, grounds and work areas clean and safe.

Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned.

Respond to emergency situations and be on-call as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled gas turbine power plant operations which include start-up, parallel and shutdown of the gas turbine generator and auxiliary systems.
• Evaluate and adjust gas turbine generator operating parameters and balance of plant control systems.
• Maintain a variety of records including those for the appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Participate in the preventive maintenance program.
• Enter and complete work orders, record machine condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used and work performed.
• Assist in similar activities at other power generating stations.
• Perform general maintenance, including painting and cleaning duties to keep equipment, buildings, grounds and work areas clean and safe.
• Respond to emergency situations and be on-call as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of and apprentice program or recognized status as a Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools used in the maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plant facilities; basic electricity and electronics; mechanical and hydraulic principles; mathematics including a basic understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry; record-keeping and reporting procedures; hazards and safety procedures; water treatment principles and systems; fuels and fuel handling systems; chemicals and chemical handling systems; emission testing; and fire protection systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; keep records and prepare reports; and read and interpret electrical, electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and civil drawings.
• Ability to work independently or on a team, and be able to make decisions which affect the safe operation of the generating facility, without direct supervision.

Qualifications

• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Skills: Technical and Analytical. Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools used in the maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plant facilities; basic electricity and electronics; mechanical and hydraulic principles; mathematics including a basic understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry; record-keeping and reporting procedures; hazards and safety procedures; water treatment principles and systems; fuels and fuel handling systems; chemicals and chemical handling systems; emission testing; and fire protection systems.

Skills

• Interpersonal and Communication. Ability to follow oral and written instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Technical and Analytical. Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools used in the maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plant facilities; basic electricity and electronics; mechanical and hydraulic principles; mathematics including a basic understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry; record-keeping and reporting procedures; hazards and safety procedures; water treatment principles and systems; fuels and fuel handling systems; chemicals and chemical handling systems; emission testing; and fire protection systems.

Benefits

Health Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer PPO Network. Out-of-pocket expenses can be limited if Anthem Blue Cross plan providers and hospitals are used.

Dental Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Delta Dental PPO Network. Preventative benefits are paid at 100%; basic benefits are paid at 80%, crowns, jackets and cast restoration benefits are paid at 50%.

Vision Insurance is provided by the District and administered through VSP. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a VSP Optometrist.

Flexible Spending Account (Section 125) is made available to employees to cover health and/or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. A flexible spending account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations.

Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance is provided by the District through VOYA Employee Benefits. Coverage amount is two times the employee's annual base salary. The maximum benefit is $200,000.

Deferred Compensation (457b plan) is available on a voluntary basis to District employees. Contributions are made before taxes through payroll deductions. Employees can authorize withholdings per IRS guidelines.

Retirement Benefits are provided by the District with a contribution by employees. The Defined Benefit Plans are based on date of hire, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at the age you elect to retire.

Employee Benefits Summary

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Sick Leave: 12 sick leave days per calendar year with no accumulation limit.
• Vacation: T.I.D.E.A. Bargaining Unit 2 weeks (7 month through 5th year) 3 weeks (6th year through 9th year) 4 weeks (10th year through 14th year) 4 weeks + 2 days (15th year through 19th year) 4 weeks + 3 days (20th year & thereafter).
• Health Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer PPO Network. Out-of-pocket expenses can be limited if Anthem Blue Cross plan providers and hospitals are used.
• Dental Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Delta Dental PPO Network. Preventative benefits are paid at 100%; basic benefits are paid at 80%, crowns, jackets and cast restoration benefits are paid at 50%.
• Vision Insurance is provided by the District and administered through VSP. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a VSP Optometrist.
• Flexible Spending Account (Section 125) is made available to employees to cover health and/or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. A flexible spending account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations.
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance is provided by the District through VOYA Employee Benefits. Coverage amount is two times the employee's annual base salary. The maximum benefit is $200,000.
• Deferred Compensation (457b plan) is available on a voluntary basis to District employees. Contributions are made before taxes through payroll deductions. Employees can authorize withholdings per IRS guidelines.
• Retirement Benefits are provided by the District with a contribution by employees. The Defined Benefit Plans are based on date of hire, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at the age you elect to retire.