Electrical Power Production Technician

IntrepidGS

10d

About The Position

The Electrical Power Production Technician installs, operates, modifies, maintains, and repairs electrical generating power production plants and ground/mobile power generation equipment. The role includes operating and servicing generators, engines, switchgear, distribution equipment, automatic transfer panels, and auxiliary equipment; troubleshooting faults; conducting inspections and tests; and maintaining operating and maintenance records. The position requires deployment travel and work in Qatar under extreme environmental conditions, including dust and high temperatures, as well as exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience operating and maintaining engines, generators, and electrical power production distribution components, including a variety of makes and models.
Task-certified 5-Level AAS Power Pro.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-up.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and provide customer-oriented service.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of electronics and electricity, including generation, conversion, transformation, distribution, and utilization.
Knowledge of low- and medium-voltage circuits; circuit breakers, switches, fuses, regulators, relays, instruments, and meters used in electric generation and distribution; and interpretation of instrument and meter readings.
Knowledge of wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, and technical publications; operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines, generators, generating plants, distribution panels, and accessory equipment; test equipment; safety practices; environmental policies; management principles; and operation and repair of electrical power production systems.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid residency visa for Qatar.
Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions, including dust and high temperatures, and endure long hours and exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
Must have and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Able to travel 100% in the deployed location.

Nice To Haves

Valid U.S. passport.

Responsibilities

Install and operate electrical power plants, distribution equipment, and automatic transfer panels.
Check equipment for serviceability and verify installed equipment complies with technical publications, policies, and directives.
Position and operate gasoline, diesel, and turbine engines; generators; switchgear; air compressors; and other auxiliary power plant equipment.
Modify equipment according to technical publications and perform operating and repair tasks.
Inspect, test, and service safety, fuel, lubrication, cooling, air-pressure, pump, regulator, governor, and accessory systems.
Read and interpret instruments and gauges, including ammeters, voltmeters, frequency meters, synchroscopes, temperature and pressure recorders, and engine oil, fuel, and coolant gauges.
Adjust generator systems to maintain proper voltage, current, frequency, and synchronization; synchronize multiple generators.
Operate high-voltage switches, circuit breakers, rheostats, switchboards, and distribution panel controls.
Perform electrical power control and distribution functions.
Maintain, inspect, and repair electrical power generating equipment and automatic transfer panels; determine corrective actions from inspection findings.
Identify and record engine and generator malfunctions; troubleshoot faults and inspect parts for excessive wear or other conditions using precision test equipment.
Remove, repair, and replace defective power-generating equipment components; perform corrosion control; inspect and replace gauges and meters; and bench-check components and subassemblies.
Test and calibrate repaired items and review performance data and maintenance records to assess maintenance adequacy and help prevent system failures.
Advise on installation and repair problems and solve maintenance problems.
Study layout drawings, wiring and schematic diagrams, and equipment construction and operating characteristics.
Develop and establish maintenance and operating procedures to maximize efficiency.
Maintain operation, inspection, and maintenance records, including meter readings, wear and alignment measurements, fuel consumption, and other performance-log data.
Provide information for reports and recommend changes to correct defective equipment or improve operating procedures.
Comply with environmental policies and perform other duties as required.