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Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. · 12 hours ago

Combined Cycle Technician I, II, III, IV or JL

Fort Lupton, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$64.58/hr - $64.58/hr

8+ years exp

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. is a wholesale power supply cooperative that provides reliable and affordable power to its members. They are seeking a Combined Cycle Technician to perform skilled maintenance work on mechanical equipment at a combined cycle power plant, including troubleshooting, repair, and installation of various equipment.

Natural Resources

Responsibilities

Competently maintain and/or repair mechanical equipment in a combined cycle generating facility and all associated auxiliary and support equipment with no guidance or assistance

Provide training for less experienced plant maintenance staff

Provides leadership in major activities & projects with a multi-discipline team

Perform overall plant maintenance, preventive and corrective, as individual qualifications allow

Satisfactorily completion of required training including but not limited to:

LM6000 Level 1 Training

First Aid & CPR

HAZWOPER Training

Keep maintenance supervisor & operations fully informed of plant operating status, unusual conditions, and faulty equipment

Learn and apply safe, effective use of hand tools, power tools, precision equipment, and specialized equipment used in maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of plant equipment

Adhere to spill prevention and emergency response procedures

Communicate detailed status of plant conditions to fellow Combined Cycle Technicians at shift turnover

Use CMMS (Oracle) to manage inventory, work management and procurement efforts. Display a proficiency in using the system consistent with established procedures

Operation of fluid valves, as required to maintain proper system operation and mechanical isolation

Diagnose and determine root cause of plant equipment malfunctions or failures

Read, understand and comply with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs. Maintain adherence to all plant environmental permits

Work shift hours, overtime, irregular, and call out/standby hours as needed to support reliable operation of the facility. From time to time, working hours will be determined on short notice, based on needs of the facility

Perform general plant housekeeping. Maintain the cleanliness of all areas of the plant and control room, or other housekeeping duties as assigned

Maintain plant security in conformance with site procedures

Perform Collateral Duties in conformance with Collateral Duty Program, as assigned by Plant Management

Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job

Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Power plant operationsMechanical maintenanceMetal fabricationVibration monitoringMachine alignmentComputer proficiencyCommunication skillsTeam playerLeadershipTime management

Required

A High School diploma or equivalent is required

Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent power plant operations and maintenance experience

Outside Operator Qualified

Eight (8) plus years of experience including at least one (1) year of experience as a Combined Cycle Technician, Level IV and four (4) years of power plant experience, combustion turbines experience preferred

Demonstrates knowledge of all facets of power plant operations and maintenance

Metal fabrication including welding, cutting, & pipefitting

Vibration monitoring & troubleshooting equipment

Machine alignment using Optalign

Capable of writing maintenance procedures, work requests, inventory requests, and purchase requisitions

Demonstrate the ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations

Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret mechanical & electrical drawings, technical manuals and P&ID's. Write routine reports and solve practical problems

Must clearly communicate tasks and needs (both verbally and in writing)

Demonstrates basic computer literacy

Assist operations with start-up and shut down situations

Monitor plant equipment using gauges, meters, & automated systems to record operational data

Provide input for daily, weekly, and monthly reports

Participate in emergency response activities as trained