Power Plant Operator

Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX); Alaska; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX) seeks a Power Plant Operator to maintain wind turbine facilities and diesel generators at the Manley site. The role involves working independently and with a team, basic cleaning, and strict safety adherence to support safe operations around wind energy assets.

You will perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and preventive maintenance, and document work through service reports. Travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate or two-year degree program in applied sciences preferred.
• One year of Turbine experience strong preferred or very good mechanical skills.
• Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work extended work schedules, often in unpleasant weather conditions; indoors and outdoors.
• Demonstrated ability to work in locations above the ground.
• A valid drivers' license issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Required to pass background investigation.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and meet all physical requirements for the position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety analyses of hazards in wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building.
• Support Root Cause Analyses for equipment failures.
• Document maintenance activities and keep records.
• Troubleshoot and repair low to medium voltage components in wind turbines and diesel generators.
• Perform preventive maintenance on wind turbines and related equipment.
• Use safety gear and manage energy sources to ensure safe work.
• Maintain tools and ensure training certifications are up to date.
• Complete job-related documentation using service reporting systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Turbine experience

Mechanical skills

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two-year degree in applied sciences preferred

Job description

TDX Corporation is providing recruiting and administrative support to TDX Manley Generating under a transitional services arrangement.

Job Summary

The Power Plant Operator for TDX Manley Generating will work independently and with a team to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. Incumbent will work in the diesel power plant to help maintain the facilities and the diesel generators. Part of the job includes basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the wind turbines and power plant. This requires attention to safety regulations for the industry and is important for overall safety on the job. Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators, diesel generators and facilities and related equipment at site.

Essential Functions

• Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
• Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
• Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation
• Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic components and equipment associated with wind turbine and diesel generators
• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
• Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm
• Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications as to enable personnel to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate or two-year degree program in applied sciences preferred.
• One year of Turbine experience strong preferred or very good mechanical skills.
• Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work extended work schedules, often in unpleasant weather conditions; indoors and outdoors.
• Demonstrated ability to work in locations above the ground.
• A valid drivers' license issued by state of residence and in good standing.
• Required to pass background investigation.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and meet all physical requirements for the position.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Strong technical skills.
• Must demonstrate customer service attitude
• Comfort with heights.
• High degree of precision, care and attention to surroundings when in working environments with minimum tolerances.
• High level of integrity, strong work ethic, good judgment, fast thinking, attention to safety and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, leading by example and willing to put the company and others before themselves.
• Recognizes need for confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Superior interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, initiative, and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Compliance data must be accurate and reliable.

Notes

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Furthermore, these statements do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX) and its subsidiaries.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Shareholder Preference

TDX is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmatively action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Native Preference applies pursuant to P.L. 93-638, and TDX grants employment preference to shareholders of Tanadgusix Corporation and their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law. Prior to employment, successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen may be required.

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