Generation Maintenance Mechanic (Location in NV)

Sempra•Boulder City, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Generation Maintenance Mechanic safely maintains, repairs, troubleshoots, and tests mechanical systems and equipment at a power generation facility. Equipment includes steam and combustion turbines, a synchronous condenser, a battery energy storage system, and Balance of Plant support systems. The mechanic performs work in accordance with applicable site and regulatory compliance requirements, implements plant improvements and modifications, and supports other plant personnel as needed. The role involves operating lifting and material-handling equipment, performing non-code welding and machine-shop work, rigging, vehicle maintenance, and conducting safety, equipment, and environmental inspections. The mechanic reads mechanical drawings and schematics, prepares for maintenance and repairs, identifies required parts, safely handles and disposes of hazardous materials and waste, and records maintenance activities in work management systems. The position may also include knowledge transfer, assisting with policies and procedures, and overseeing contractor work for quality, safety, and completion. The employee must report to the Desert Star Energy Center in Boulder City, Nevada. The job requires overtime, including extended days, emergency callouts, weekends, and holidays. This is a union-represented position represented by Local IBEW 465.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Journeyman millwright qualification or at least five years of experience in mechanical maintenance involving mechanical repair and installation in a generation facility or similar field.
Basic math skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Basic computer skills.
Proficiency using appropriate process testing instruments, power tools, and basic hand tools.
Ability to absorb formal training and schooling.
Ability to safely use, handle, and inspect equipment and perform maintenance near sources of hazardous energy, hazardous chemicals, and hazardous wastes as defined under applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Ability to select and use appropriate personal protective equipment and wear a respirator.
Ability to frequently enter confined spaces; climb and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, and man-lifts at elevations up to 100 feet or more; crawl through confined areas; and correctly wear and work using a half-mask respirator.
Ability to lift at least 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from floor to waist, and to work in adverse weather.
Must successfully complete forklift training.
Ability to complete NCCCO crane operator certification and maintain a valid operating license.
Must be able to report to the Desert Star Energy Center at 701 Eldorado Valley Dr., Boulder City, NV 89005.
Ability to move frequently, including walking, bending, lifting, and reaching, and to move effectively and efficiently within the workspace and related areas.

Responsibilities

Safely maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and test power plant steam and combustion turbines, synchronous condenser, BESS mechanical systems and equipment, and BOP support systems and equipment.
Perform work in accordance with applicable site and regulatory compliance procedures and requirements.
Implement plant improvements and modifications.
Operate forklifts, aerial lifts, skid steers, hoists, mobile, gantry, and bridge cranes, and other lifting apparatuses as needed.
Perform non-code welding and use machine-shop equipment.
Perform safety and equipment inspections and environmental inspections assigned by work order.
Report issues and abnormal conditions to supervision or management and recommend corrective action.
Perform rigging in connection with assigned duties.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics to identify and troubleshoot problems, and prepare for maintenance and repairs.
Safely handle and dispose of hazardous materials and waste generated by work in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Provide peer-to-peer knowledge transfer related to mechanic maintenance tasks, as needed.
Perform administrative duties and use computer technology and work management systems to access work orders and record maintenance activities.
Identify parts needed for maintenance activities.
Review and assist in developing policies and procedures.
Oversee and inspect contractor work for quality, safety, and completion.
Assist other plant personnel as needed.
Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Perform vehicle maintenance.
Work required overtime, including extended days, emergency callouts, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.