Technician II - Hydro

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY•Jefferson, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a development Level - handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. We deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. We are dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license.
HS diploma or equivalent required.
Good electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical skills.
Minimum of two years of experience in generation or large industrial operations and maintenance. Education may substitute for some experience.
Basic understanding of safety regulations and culture
Must have good oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe, record, and evaluate system conditions, maintain, and review operational and maintenance reporting logs and keep management fully informed of unusual conditions.
Understanding of predictive & preventive maintenance processes.
Installs, adjusts, inspects, services, and repairs a variety of mechanical, electrical, and controls equipment and parts of electrical machinery utilized in a hydroelectric facility. Overhauls and adjusts hydroelectric units, pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, and auxiliary equipment. Troubleshoots and maintains plant control systems.
Maintains and inspects grounds and facilities to FERC standards, to include vegetation and debris management.
Maintains, tests and troubleshoots facility emergency systems.
Tests and calibrates to established standards, equipment such as pressure and temperature transmitters, valve positioners, pneumatic controllers, electronic controllers, pressure and temperature switches and other process control equipment
Monitors operations by observing plant equipment, indicating instruments, annunciators, computers, and communications equipment
Basic knowledge of P&ID’s, schematics and ladder logic and use facility operating procedures and equipment technical manuals to maintain and repair facility equipment.
Fully support the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by displaying a proficiency in using the system and dedication to the facility maintenance philosophy.
Read, understand, and comply with all regulatory procedures and facility safety. Take on specific tasks/responsibilities assigned in these areas.
Work shift hours, overtime, or irregular hours as needed to support reliable operation and emergency operation of the facilities. Be available for emergency callouts as needed.
Fully support and actively participate in GRDA Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs.
Organizes, and maintains records.
Other duties as assigned.