Gas O&M Technician I/II

Southwest Generation Valmont Facility; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Energy operates Valencia Power, a simple cycle GE 7FA gas turbine plant of 150MW, located 35 miles south of Albuquerque, NM. We seek an Operations & Maintenance Technician I/II to start, stop, monitor equipment, record data, and support maintenance tasks in a safe, efficient manner.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of related experience or a strong technical background with environmental and safety regulation knowledge. Travel and training opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Journey-level to Senior-level O&M duties with safety compliance.
• Experience with environmental and safety regulations.
• Experience around hazardous chemicals and waste materials.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and monitor equipment; record activities in logs.
• Perform semi-routine technical services and maintenance tasks.
• Support senior levels and train O&M Tech I within 24 months.
• Ensure safety of operating equipment and conduct safety presentations.
• Occasional travel and after-hours support as needed.

Skills

CEMS maintenance

DAHS data acquisition

Testing equipment calibration

Machinery repair

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

AA or trade certification

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Calibration instruments

Testing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Operations & Maintenance Technician I/II

Reports To: Plant Manager

Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7 GW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North America's premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our associates, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Corporate Offices in Denver, New York and Charlotte. We are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.

The facility is located in Valencia County, 35 miles south of Albuquerque, NM. Valencia Power utilizes a simple cycle GE 7FA Gas Turbine with a nominal capacity of 150MW.

THE CHALLENGE

Journey-level to Senior-level position responsible for start, stop and monitoring of equipment, including reading gauges, meters and recording activities in operating logs and records. Uses computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Performs overhaul maintenance and system improvement tasks. Incumbents assist in the development of operational procedures, operator training modules and provide input to plant betterment items to improve plant safety, reliability, and efficiency. Ensures compliance with all local, state, and Federal regulations and plant procedures .

*Strong consideration given to candidates with experience in CEMS maintenance and associated data acquisition handling systems (DAHS).

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work periodically reviewed by others; work reflects solid performance of duties.
• Resolves most questions and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.
• Prioritize daily activities to complete tasks/projects assigned by others.
• Performs a variety of technical services/support duties that are semi-routine in nature.
• Routine and non-routine decisions with some latitude, but still subject to approval.
• With limited guidance, prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade, group of related tasks or functional areas.
• Errors have a small and possibly incremental impact on the department or facility and discovered in succeeding operations where work is verified or reviewed.
• May assist with orienting and training employees in moderately complex areas.
• Assists on shift qualified O&M Technicians in routine daily operations and maintenance troubleshooting and repair tasks.
• Responsible for all safety aspects of operating equipment.
• Conduct safety presentations.
• Complete all O&M Tech I training requirements within 24 months.
• May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
• Occasional travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned.

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

• High School Diploma, related military service or equivalent.
• Preferred Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college, trade school certification or advanced education in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation.
• Strong consideration given to candidates with experience in CEMS maintenance and associated data acquisition handling systems (DAHS)
• Journey-level: generally, 5 years directly related experience, including understanding of environmental and safety regulations, and previous experience working as a plant operator.
• Senior level: generally, 10+ years directly related experience including understanding of environmental & safety regulations and previous experience working as a senior-level plant operator.
• Requires experience working with and around hazardous chemicals and waste materials.
• Requires previous experience using testing equipment & calibration appliances.
• Requires additional experience with machinery repair and control systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and possess the ability to learn.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various other programs.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company and outside vendors.

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation

• Adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting. May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders, stairways, and work off of platforms. Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.
• Able to hear (at some dB limit of loss) in order to hear plant alarms, equipment condition, and to receive oral instructions.
• Able to see to determine plant operating conditions and to avoid safety hazards.

THE TEAM

Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace our values of accountability, adaptability, collaboration, and excellence. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Performing this job without full/focused attention may cause serious injury or even fatality. Work is generally performed inside the power plant, but may work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot - cool/cold. Occasional rain. Noise levels will be moderate to high. Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools.

Onward Energy's total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First, and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market-competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

Onward Energy is an affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.