Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine

Turlock Irrigation District•Turlock, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, to perform experienced level skilled work required to safely operate, maintain and repair combustion turbine-generators and auxiliary systems, in compliance with all regulatory requirements, within the District's electric power generating stations.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Completion of and apprentice program or recognized status as a Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine.
Interpersonal and Communication skills.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to work independently or on a team, and be able to make decisions which affect the safe operation of the generating facility, without direct supervision.
Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools used in the maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plant facilities.
Knowledge of basic electricity and electronics.
Knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic principles.
Knowledge of mathematics including a basic understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
Knowledge of record-keeping and reporting procedures.
Knowledge of hazards and safety procedures.
Knowledge of water treatment principles and systems.
Knowledge of fuels and fuel handling systems.
Knowledge of chemicals and chemical handling systems.
Knowledge of emission testing.
Knowledge of fire protection systems.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and civil drawings.
Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions during plant interruptions or other emergencies.
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
Must furnish own hand tools.
Must be able to respond quickly to emergency call.
This classification will be required to work a scheduled on-call period.
Employees who are assigned an on-call period must respond to their primary workstation within thirty (30) minutes of the call out.
This classification's primary workstations are defined as the Almond Power Plant, the Walnut Power Plant, or other assigned power plant.
The on-call employee must obey all applicable traffic laws when responding to a call out.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled gas turbine power plant operations which include start-up, parallel and shutdown of the gas turbine generator and auxiliary systems.
Evaluate and adjust gas turbine generator operating parameters and balance of plant control systems.
Monitor and control emissions in compliance with posted environmental permits.
Follow District safety procedures including Lock-out / Tag-out.
Inspect, maintain and repair gas turbine power plants and associated equipment such as; various types of pumps, compressors, hydraulic control systems , lubrication oil systems, cooling water systems, generators and turbines, station batteries, switchgear , water treatment systems, chillers, fans, lift equipment, fuel handling systems, etc using hand, power or pneumatic tools.
Troubleshoot and diagnose plant control systems using specialized test equipment.
Install, test and repair field instrumentation, such as gauges, sensors, transmitters, switches, indicators and automatic control valves.
Operate and maintain various types of water treatment equipment.
Perform skilled water chemistry analysis and take corrective action as needed.
Assist in the maintenance and operation of other power plants.
Perform general welding and fabrication work such as gas and arc welding, cutting, drilling, threading, grinding, and machine tool operation.
Maintain a variety of records including those for the appropriate regulatory agencies.
Participate in the preventive maintenance program.
Enter and complete work orders, record machine condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used and work performed.
Assist in similar activities at other power generating stations.
Perform general maintenance, including painting and cleaning duties to keep equipment, buildings, grounds and work areas clean and safe.
Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned.
Respond to emergency situations and be on-call as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.