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