Plant Mechanic, Advanced Apprentice

Sacramento Municipal Utility District • Sacramento, CA

252d • $4,057 - $5,931

About The Position

This posting will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill current and future limited term and full time Hydro Plant Mechanic, Advanced Apprentice vacancies. To be considered, please ensure your resume clearly demonstrates that you meet the knowledge, skills, and experience outlined in the minimum qualifications of this posting. In order to qualify for the advanced apprentice level, applicant must show completion of at least two years of a recognized apprenticeship program, or equivalent experience as it relates to the essential job functions for this position. At SMUD, we proudly deliver power to over 14 million customers in the Sacramento area. As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric service provider, we have been offering low-cost, reliable electricity for more than 70 years. We are recognized as an industry leader and have received numerous awards for our innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and sustainable solutions that promote a healthier environment. Our dedicated team of 2,200 employees works around the clock to ensure reliable service and to develop cutting-edge energy solutions. As one of the region's largest employers, we are known for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.

Requirements

• Completion of at least two years of a recognized apprenticeship program, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, hydraulics, various mechanical systems, valve disassembly, rigging procedures, and common shop equipment.
• Ability to perform basic shop mathematics and use precision instruments such as micrometers, veneer calipers and dial indicators.
• Ability to read complex written text contained in plant procedure manuals and understand blueprints and schematics.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lathe and mill machining.
• Experience in hydro mechanical maintenance.
• Welding experience.
• Heavy rigging experience.
• Complex hydraulics knowledge.
• Crane operation and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled mechanical work in the installation, maintenance, repair, overhaul, and rebuilding of equipment and facilities of electrical generating plants.
• Works on hydro, and on related subsystems for lubrication, cooling, governing, water storage, and on-plant and site services.
• Consults drawings, manuals, catalogs and other sources of information.
• Lays out work, cuts, fits, joins and performs skilled operations on light and heavy metals and other materials; does pipe work and makes pressure tests.
• Cleans and overhauls valves, pumps, spray systems, condensers and pressure vessels; aligns shafts, fits bearings and replaces seals and packing.
• Maintains, repairs and overhauls geared mechanisms and operating machinery; runs tests and makes adjustments.
• Operates vehicles, industrial tractors, cranes and hoists; performs rigging incidental to regular assignments.
• Undertakes skilled tasks of the acquired specialized craft.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed