Operations Technician (Addison CT)

Southern Company • Thomaston, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

SPC is currently seeking candidates for an Operations Technician position to operate and maintain GE 7FA Dual Fuel Gas Turbines at a peaking facility in Thomaston, GA. The plant consists of 4 combustion turbine units at 167 megawatts each, with a combined nameplate capacity of 668 megawatts.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass the TECH test.
• Must be able to pass the Ops Tech test to progress to a fully qualified Operations Technician.
• Must be able to operate and troubleshoot complex systems.
• Must have good problem solving and analytical skills necessary to determine current / future operating conditions and trends for optimizing plant performance.
• Must have superior interpersonal skills, proven written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
• Must be able to handle complex, pressure situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Must be able to work well in a small team environment and keep the success of the group as a high priority, only second to safety.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years experience in the operation and maintenance of gas turbine power plants preferred.
• Experience with digital control systems, PLC's, GE 7FA Mark VI, CEMS, and Delta V Control System desired.
• Knowledge of plant control and data acquisition systems desired.
• Knowledge of GE 7FA combustion turbine operations in both simple & combined cycle plant operations is desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain GE 7FA Dual Fuel Gas Turbines at a peaking facility.
• Perform operations and maintenance (including instrumentation and controls) within all compliance and safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, controls, and electrical systems, and complete repairs as necessary.
• Manage the inventory of parts and supplies for the plant control system.
• Maintain plant maintenance records in a computer-based work order system (Maximo).
• Participate in the plant maintenance program as a system owner.
• Support a 24/7 schedule, including holiday, back shift, and call out work when necessary.
• Travel periodically to attend offsite meetings and to assist other SPC facilities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• Additional compensation, such as an incentive program, may be eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree