Production Technician I-IV

Oglethorpe Power Corporation•Dalton, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting and learning the operations and maintenance of a 1250-MW natural gas-fired combined cycle plant, consisting of two (2) 2X1 power blocks – GE7FA gas turbines and D11 steam turbines with Mark VI controls in a manner consistent with providing safe, reliable, and efficient electric power generation. Technician must have an aptitude for understanding concepts to learn to operate/maintain plant equipment and systems. In addition, the individual performs operator rounds, troubleshooting, preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on plant systems/equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations, as well as enhance equipment longevity, complying with all policies and procedures, and governmental regulations. Responsible for providing safe, reliable, and efficient electric power generation in compliance with corporate safety policies and procedures, mandatory electric reliability standards, FERC, EPA, EPD, OSHA, DOT, and all applicable governmental regulations.

Requirements

Production Technician I Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience : Entry Level -2 years' experience in operation or maintenance of an operating commercial power production facility, a large natural gas facility, or equivalent military experience.
Equivalent Experience : Two (2) year technical degree or equivalent or Five (5) years military experience in a power or technical field.
Specialized Skills : A strong ability to work in a team environment.
An effective trainer of personnel and one that motivates others to succeed.
The ability to extract, comprehend, and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature, and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber, and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs.
The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to seventy-five pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, hoisting of material overhead.
Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.
The ability to troubleshoot electrical, instrument, and mechanical systems for malfunctions.
The ability to instruct others in the performance of testing, checkout, and troubleshooting of equipment.
The ability to provide technical direction and leadership when assigned work lead to the modifications and/or repairs of plant equipment.
The ability to perform predictive maintenance and interpret data on plant equipment performance, if trained as a technology owner.
The ability to perform contractor management skills when needed.
The ability to operate and be certified on industrial trucks, forklifts, manlifts, and boom trucks, as required.
The ability to perform and be certified in First Aid and CPR/AED.
Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications : Valid Driver's License which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program.
Production Technician II Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience : Four years or less (< 4 years) experience in operation or maintenance of an operating commercial power production facility, a large natural gas facility, or equivalent military experience.
In addition, an advanced analytical and technical problem-solving background.
Equivalent Experience : Two (2) year technical degree or equivalent, and two (2) years' experience in operating or maintaining a thermal electric power station or similar industry, or eight (8) years military experience in a power or technical industrial field.
Specialized Skills : A strong ability to work in a team environment.
An effective trainer of personnel and one that motivates others to succeed.
The ability to extract, comprehend, and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature, and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber, and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control systems, and color coding in electronic and electrical component repairs.
The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to seventy-five pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, and hoisting of material overhead.
Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions
The ability to troubleshoot electrical, instrument, and mechanical systems for malfunctions.
The ability to instruct others in the performance of testing, checkout, and troubleshooting of equipment.
The ability to provide technical direction and leadership when assigned work involves modifications and/or repairs to plant equipment.
The ability to perform predictive maintenance and interpret data on plant equipment performance, if trained as a technology owner.
The ability to perform contractor management skills when needed.
The ability to operate and be certified on industrial trucks, forklifts, manlifts, and boom trucks, as required.
The ability to perform and be certified in First Aid and CPR/AED.
Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications : Valid Driver's License which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program.
Production Technician III Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience : 4+ years' experience in at least one journeyman discipline, either Operations (Control Board Operator) or Maintenance (Mechanical or Electrical/Instrument &Controls) for an operating commercial power production facility, a large natural gas facility, or equivalent military experience.
In addition, a highly developed analytical and technical problem-solving background.
Equivalent Experience : Two (2) year technical degree or equivalent, and three (3) years' experience in operating or maintaining a thermal electric power station or similar industry, or Ten (10) years of military experience in a power or technical field.
Specialized Skills : A strong ability to work in a team environment.
An effective trainer of personnel and one who motivates others to succeed.
The ability to extract, comprehend, and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature, and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber, and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs.
The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to 75 pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, and hoisting of material overhead.
Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.
The ability to troubleshoot electrical, instrument, and mechanical systems for malfunctions.
The ability to instruct others in the performance of testing, checkout, and troubleshooting of equipment.
The ability to provide technical direction and leadership when assigned work leads in the modifications and/or repairs of plant equipment.
The ability to perform predictive maintenance and interpret data on plant equipment performance, if trained as a technology owner.
The ability to perform contractor management skills when needed.
The ability to operate and be certified on industrial trucks, forklifts, manlifts, and boom trucks, as required.
The ability to perform and be certified in First Aid and CPR/AED.
Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications : Valid Driver's License which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program.
Production Technician IV Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience : 2+ years of experience in the operation or maintenance of an operating commercial power production facility, a large natural gas facility, or equivalent military experience.
In addition, an advanced analytical and technical problem-solving background
Equivalent Experience : Two (2) year technical degree or equivalent, and ten (10) years of experience in operating or maintaining a thermal electric power station or similar industry.
Specialized Skills : A strong ability to work in a team environment.
An effective trainer of personnel and one who motivates others to succeed.
The ability to extract, comprehend, and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature, and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber, and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs.
The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to seventy-five pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, and hoisting of material overhead.
Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions
The ability to troubleshoot electrical, instrument, and mechanical systems for malfunctions.
The ability to instruct others in the performance of testing, checkout, and troubleshooting of equipment.
The ability to provide technical direction and leadership when assigned work leads to the modifications and/or repairs of plant equipment.
The ability to perform predictive maintenance and interpret data on plant equipment performance, if trained as a technology owner.
The ability to perform contractor management skills when needed.
Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications : Valid Driver's License which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program.

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting and assisting with daily plant operations and maintenance programs to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations, complying with corporate policies and procedures, and all governmental regulations.
Daily plant operations includes start-up and shutdown of the plant and various equipment, operator rounds, daily chemistry activities, off-loading of chemical trucks, addressing chemical inventory as needed, and shift log communications.
With guidance, take appropriate corrective actions to address abnormal conditions, engage needed resources or supervisor, notify plant personnel/management, and utilize work order/management processes.
This may also include researching alternative solutions, contractor oversight, and/or identifying spare parts/supplies that are required to complete repairs or diagnostics.
Learn and support the Clearance Program for isolating energy sources prior to performing work.
This includes learning and comprehending plant systems and the ability to read piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID's), electrical one-line diagrams, and other technical manuals or drawings.
Complete all required and developmental training to ensure personal compliance, safe work practices, and operational excellence while performing duties.
Follow all established procedures and provide feedback for continuous improvement of the program and procedures.
In addition, take initiative and ownership for on-the-job training opportunities to promote to the next position level.
Ensure that all operator logs (shift, CEMS, chemistry, round sheets, generation, etc.) are properly filled out and stored.
Support project and/or contractor management as assigned.
Work and progress in job-related qualifications, system knowledge, and understanding of OPC policies and procedures (Emergency Action Plan, Environmental Baseline Book, SERC Plant Level Procedures, etc.).
Perform all other work-related duties as assigned.