Maintenance Technical Support

Valdes Architecture & Engineering; West Wheatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 39,950,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdes Architecture & Engineering seeks a maintenance professional to uphold safety and environmental standards at our power-plant‐like facilities. The role involves coordinating repair strategies with the Operations Superintendent, Engineering, and Plant Manager, developing maintenance schedules, and drafting budget requests for equipment and system maintenance and capital improvements.

The candidate will monitor expenses, forecast monthly costs, respond to emergencies, and train staff in

Qualifications

• 4+ years in maintenance or related engineering in a power plant or similar industrial setting.
• Strong technical background in power plant equipment and systems.
• Ability to perform and oversee predictive maintenance techniques.
• Effective multi-project management and budgeting.
• US work authorization without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment and enforces safety rules.
• Reviews maintenance procedures to ensure hazard mitigation and compliance.
• Coordinates with Operations Superintendent, Engineering, and Plant Manager on repair strategies and schedules.
• Develops and communicates work performance standards to staff.
• Prepares budget requests for equipment/systems maintenance and capital improvements.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Predictive maintenance

Thermography

Vibration analysis

Electrical & instrumentation

Communication & leadership

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment. Inspects job sites and reviews maintenance procedures for hazards. Conducts pre-job safety briefs for all assigned work. Informs employees of safety rules and regulations and consistently enforces them
• Places high priority on environmental equipment and systems maintenance to assure compliance with environmental permits and procedures. Emphasizes the commitment to performing all work in compliance with environmental procedures with crafts and contractors
• Coordinate with the Operations Superintendent, Engineering, and Plant Manager to develop effective repair strategies and maintenance schedules
• Informs employees of work performance standards and expectations
• Develop budget requests for plant equipment and systems maintenance and capital improvements. Submit initiatives that define the project purpose, scope, estimated cost and benefits. Follow through with implementation of approved projects
• Control and track department expenses to operate within budget. Forecast expenses on a Monthly basis
• Responds to emergency calls outside of his or her normal work schedule on a regular basis
• Trains and evaluates employees in the proper use of tools, machinery, maintenance procedures and practices, and safe work practices
• Assist operating departments in monitoring equipment and troubleshooting abnormal operating conditions. Determine the appropriate maintenance scope and timing of repairs

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Maintenance or other related Engineering discipline obtained in a Power Plant similar industrial process or military service
• Understands and committed to maintaining safe work practices
• Strong technical background and understanding of Power Plant equipment and systems and operations with instrument and control background
• Ability to utilize predictive maintenance techniques such as thermography, vibration analysis, ultrasound, and tribology
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation maintenance procedures and work practices
• Able to effectively manage several projects at one time
• Understanding of the elements of the maintenance management process
• Able to effectively communicate through a variety of media with supervisors, peers, and subordinates
• Familiar with other maintenance disciplines and understands the relationship between equipment mechanical, electrical, and controls
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Experience or formal training in Power Plant operating departments, project management, and maintenance management practices

$29 - $42 an hour

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise.Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.