OMT - Operations & Maintenance Technician

Job Responsibilities

• 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, compressors, and turbine components.

• Perform piping and conduit installation in the plant for system upgrades and modifications.

• Capable of setting up and operating a drill press, pipe threading machine, grinder and other various tools to make and repair parts and equipment.

• Capable of operating welding and cutting equipment and completes metal fabrication projects.

• Coordinates purchasing with appropriate personnel and vendors in an effort to achieve timely repair of plant equipment.

• Identify and resolve CEMS problems. Assist in calibrations and gas bottle change outs.

• Competently operate and maintain a simple cycle power generating facilities equipment with minimal guidance or assistance.

• Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, replacing valve packing, gaskets, valves, and gauges. Cleaning, replacing, oiling and lubricating other component parts and equipment as required.

• Reads meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature of equipment, vibration of equipment, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels, water chemistry to verify operating conditions.

• Keeps plant management and/or LOMT fully informed of unusual plant conditions and current job progress as the job relates to facility operations when assigned on-shift.

• Performs capital project and/or major program responsibilities as assigned by the Facility Manager or designee.

• Performs clean-up activities of all site spaces as directed by Facility Manager or designee.

• Utilizes the facility's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

• Responsible for opening and closing circuit breakers as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.

• Assist with development of Operations and Maintenance procedures.

• May operate heavy equipment such as man lift and forklift

• Reads understands, and complies with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs. Follow 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,

• Capable of writing operating procedures, work requests, and purchase requisitions.

• Demonstrates the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, logic drawings, technical manuals and P&ID's

• Will write routine reports, solve practical problems, clearly communicate tasks and needs, and training of other personnel.

• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.

Experience

• Two to four years related experience and/or training; or a combination of experience and/or education preferred.

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required with four to six years related experience and/or training. A combination of experience and/or education preferred. Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

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

• Hourly Compensation for this role is $35 - $45/hr

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan

• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays

• Extra money in your paycheck

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning

• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs