Combustion Turbine Technician I–Journey Level | Flexible Schedules

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc; Limon (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedules including-com-

Job summary

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. in Colorado seeks a Combustion Turbine Technician at multiple levels (I–IV) or Journey Level to operate and maintain turbine plants with a focus on safety and reliability at our Limon area facilities.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, willingness to work extended hours, and readiness to travel. Competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, 401(k) and paid leave; residency within 60 miles of the base

Qualifications

• Willingness to work extra or irregular hours, shift work, weekends and holidays, call-out, and willingness to travel, including overnight travel.
• Possess mechanical and electrical skills including demonstrated ability to isolate equipment from hazardous sources of energy.
• Possess ability and availability to be contacted outside of work.
• Ability to recognize and report problems in plant and substation equipment, and perform troubleshooting, calibrations, repair of sensors, transmitters, and signal and feedback devices.
• Willingness to work with high voltage and must be able to pass switching certification tests.
• Willingness to work at other power plants and actively participate in on-the-job training and other training, as required, with willingness to travel 10-15% of the time.
• Complete and maintain Visual Emissions Certification.
• Willingness to perform work in tight spaces/areas
• Possess valid driver’s license.
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory work record.
• Must reside within 60 miles of base location.
• Have good health and physical ability sufficient to perform strenuous work.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations and maintenance of combustion turbine generating units, station and site support systems in a safe manner.
• Perform overall plant preventative maintenance program, conduct major equipment inspection and learn and use the spare parts system.
• Learn and apply safe, effective use and operation of hand tools, precision equipment and specialized test equipment used in maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Operate site communication systems; prepare logs, reports, unit readings and other paperwork pertaining to the facility.
• Complete and maintain first aid and CPR certification and maintain the ability to perform first aid and CPR.
• Ensure adherence to spill prevention and response procedures, waste management and storm-water handling, complete emergency response procedures training program and facility response plans as applicable.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies such as fire, major spill, unit failure or injured employee.
• Comply with environmental regulations during operation and maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Responsible for using plant safety equipment and procedures, including job briefings, confined space entry, lockout/tagout, hot work permit, critical path entry, work permit and air monitoring equipment.
• Maintain, operate and test generator, excitation, switchgear, PT and CT circuits, and the ability to evaluate data for continued operation and recommendations for maintenance.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of station protective relay operation, interaction and zones of protection.
• Assist with staff and safety meetings.
• Learn control system theory, and application, to include power supply, start-up speed, temperature control, protection systems, communications, operational limits, and monitoring systems.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area.

Job description

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. in Colorado seeks a Combustion Turbine Technician at multiple levels (I–IV) or Journey Level to operate and maintain turbine plants with a focus on safety and reliability at our Limon area facilities.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, willingness to work extended hours, and readiness to travel. Competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, 401(k) and paid leave; residency within 60 miles of the base