Apprentice Combined Cycle Specialist

Tampa Electric Company•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION CONCEPT: The CCS Apprentice is responsible in a line capacity to the Superintendent of Generation for the performance of all assigned operating and maintenance tasks. The incumbent is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of plant equipment and systems. This includes monitoring, observing, and maintaining conditions that affect the safe and reliable operation of the plant, compliance with all applicable NERC standards, and compliance with environmental permits. In addition, the CCS is responsible for following all water management guidance, completing individual and teamwork assignments, and ensuring an optimum and professional response to his customer’s (Energy Control Center) power needs. Prior to appointment to the CCS Apprentice position, individuals must be able to pass (and maintain) physical requirements to allow participation on an Emergency Response Team; including, but not limited to: physical exam / PFT (pulmonary function test), and fit tests for the personal respiratory protection equipment. After hire the CCS Apprentice will be required to complete five training modules for Operator Training (~2.25 years) and an additional three modules of technical skills training (~1.5 years). After the training the individual must pass a written and hands-on technical test, in their chosen discipline, before becoming a fully qualified Combined Cycle Specialist.

Requirements

Minimum 2yr technical trade school certification from an accredited institution, Or Equivalent 4yr Military trade specific training and apprenticeship, Or a 4yr Marine / Powering Engineering Degree, Or successful completion of an approved 4yr trade apprenticeship program.
The technical trade certification must be aligned with the CCS discipline in which they are applying for. i.e. Electrical – Electrician or Electronics, I&C
Ability to be exposed to high temperature environments along with ambient temperatures and the elements
Ability to work alone in assigned areas
Ability to perform some work in confined spaces as well as high places
Ability to hear speech, over radio and face-to-face, and alarms
Possess vision of at least 20/30 in one eye and 20/50 in the other eye with or without glasses and have Good visual perception including: depth, peripheral, and color differentiation
Ability to climb and descend fixed ladders and up to twenty flights of stairs with sufficient balance and coordination to maneuver on and amongst ladders, stairs, equipment and curbing
Ability to sit, stand and/or walk for long periods of time
Ability to perform physical work while bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and/or carrying up to 20 pounds
Physical ability to wear a variety of respiratory devises, to include: half-face air purifying respirator, full-face air purifying respirator, SCBA, and supplied air respirator in addition to other personal protective equipment (PPE).
Since Bayside is an electrical generation facility, the P/S Mechanics are exposed in some areas to EMF fields. Additionally, there are some very small dose exposures to microwaves and gamma radiation sources.
Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment
The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted.
A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
Must successfully complete the following physical worker medical exam: Physical worker and HAZMAT responder/ confined space rescuer medical exam
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers.
Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities.

Nice To Haves

Utility Power Plant, Process Industry and/or Petrochemical Plant experience
Experience operating various types of industrial equipment, including: forklifts, overhead cranes, golf carts, trucks, etc.
Minimum of 2 years of related experience performing the Duties and Responsibilities of this position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure safe work practices and station safety programs are followed.
Ensure Corporate / Department (ES) / Bayside Station Policies are understood and followed.
Successfully complete all required training and assessments within the time allocated for each position step.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform effectively in all operating positions; (Power Block, Steam Plant, Rover, and Control Room).
Perform all maintenance assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
Support opportunities for Continuous Improvement created by Operational Excellence Programs; (e.g. ownership of area assignments, 3-way communication, electronic logs, enhanced rounds, etc…
Keep Energy Control Center personnel, duty personnel, plant management, engineering and technical staff updated on equipment problems, system restrictions, return to service delays, and reliability issues.
Complete turn over logs, unusual incident reports, accident reports, environmental incident reports, CEM malfunction documentation, and the capability report.
Respond to emergencies such as personnel injuries, fires, ammonia release, bomb threats, etc.
Follow documented policies and procedures to notify the appropriate personnel depending on emergency.
Possess and utilize a complete understanding of HEC (LO/TO) procedures, confined space requirements, burn permit requirements, process hazards and their effect on plant personnel and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.