Operator Technician - Sandwich, United States - Canal Generating LLC

Description

The Operator Technician observes, operates, and makes record of, all operating equipment and their auxiliaries as well as performs maintenance duties as needed.

He trains, instructs, follows established procedures that ensure the safety of oneself and others, works independently and with other technicians, interacting with supervision in the execution of these duties.

• Must hold a Massachusetts Stationary Third-Class Engineer's License.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Three (3) years experience in related phases of power plant operation.
• A demonstrated thorough knowledge of plant equipment and systems. Proficiency and ability will be determined by the Watch Engineer.
• Associates Degree: Mechanical Engineering or related studies.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, schematics, P&ID's and instruction manuals.
• 2 Years of College, 60 credit hours, 15 of which are in engineering.

• Properly relieves the watch.
• Check the operation of all equipment in your area and assists others as needed.
• Communicates effectively via verbal, written, or electronic documentation to supervision.
• Attends job related training classes.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Performs Lock Out/Tag Out of systems and equipment in safe and professional manner.
• Perform chemical regenerations and check the results.
• Check, adjust, and perform sample checks of plant chemistry.
• Perform routine operational functions such as backwashes, etc.
• Perform maintenance as needed.
• Uses the Maximo Work Management System and other data entry systems.
• Perform data collection and keeps proper logs.
• Responsible for housekeeping in his areas.
• Be physically fit, alert and safety conscious.
• Assists in "on the job training" of other employees to gain an understanding of the power plant cycle.
• Work rotating shift work, holidays, and weekend work in addition to overtime.
• Read, write, and speak English.
• Use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform both indoor and outdoor tasks requiring continuous physical activity, sometimes of a strenuous and stressful nature.
• Ability to work in enclosed vessels or confined spaces.
• Possess the appropriate body coordination to do the following for extended periods of time: climb ladders, bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, pulling/pushing, lifting, standing, walking, and squatting.
• Work on or around energized electrical equipment.
• Work at elevated heights including scaffolding.
• Ability to work alone in remote areas.
• Ability to work in dark areas or areas with limited lighting.
• Work in ambient temperatures ranging from very cold to very hot.
• Work in areas that may be noisy and dirty.
• Possess good hearing and vision.
• Ability to wear a respirator and other job related personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Reports directly to the Control Room Supervisor

• Position is located at Canal Generating LLC in Sandwich, MA. Hourly rate is consistent with the wage schedule established by agreement between Canal Generating LLC and the Utility Workers' Union of America, Local #369.

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• 3 years

• Rotating shift

• Inperson

• High school or equivalent (required)

• Massachusetts Stationary Third-Class Engineer's License (required)

• Sandwich, MA required)

• Sandwich, MA 02563: Relocate before starting work (required)