Gas Operations & Maintenance Technician I at Onward Energy in Golden Valley, AZ

Job description

• Journey-level position responsible for start, stop and monitoring of equipment including reading gauges, meters and recording activities in operating logs and records. Uses computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Performs maintenance and system improvement tasks. Incumbents assist in the development of operational procedures, operator training modules and provide input to plant betterment items to improve plant safety, reliability and efficiency. Employees will participate in the plant maintenance program as a system owner and document plant maintenance records in a computer work maintenance system (CWMS).Ensures compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of complex technical services/support duties requiring specialized operational knowledge.
• Regularly make decisions on non-routine or escalated technical issues.?
• Responsible to meet contract dispatch requirements within safe, dependable, and efficient equipment operational limitations during his/her shift.
• Independently prioritizes and executes responsibilities.
• Reviews own work and the work of others; work results are the highest quality standards and advanced technical competency.
• Resolves the most complex technical issues, conferring with management occasionally; may serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex issues.
• Works under limited to no supervision.
• Prepares, maintains, and provides a variety of reports/documents as required or upon request.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental procedures.
• Communicates condition of plant systems, equipment, and pertinent information to others.
• Interpret and respond to visual and auditory signals from the control panel.
• Perform control room and outside operation of all station equipment and systems during routine, abnormal, and emergency operations.
• Position requires a qualification process to demonstrate the ability to operate the power plant properly and safely.
• Perform start-up, operation, monitoring, shutdown and lock-out of plant auxiliary equipment at the equipment location.
• Operate plant mobile equipment, including forklifts, person lifts, and similar equipment.
• Perform maintenance and upkeep of site buildings and grounds.
• Ensure an adequate supply of oil and chemicals are available to support plant operation.
• Work a rotating shift schedule and remain responsible for assigned shifts.
• Work overtime as required by plant management, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Complete all O&M Tech I training requirements within 3 months.
• Other duties as assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Preferred Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college, trade school certification or advanced education in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation. High School Diploma, related military service or equivalent.
• Journey-level; generally, 3 years directly related experience including understanding of environmental and safety regulations, and previous experience working as a plant operator.
• Requires experience working with and around hazardous chemicals and waste materials.
• Requires previous experience using testing equipment & calibration appliances.
• Requires additional experience with machinery repair and control systems.
• Basic certifications/licensures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and possess the ability to learn.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and various other programs.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company and outside vendors.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history, if applicable.

Skills

Required

• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Benefits

• Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First, and offers employees a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.
• If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to Recruiting@onwardenergy.com.