Technician III - Instrumentation, Controls, & Electrical

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY•Chouteau, OK

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) delivers affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. GRDA is dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. The company's EMPLOYEES are its greatest asset in meeting its mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence. The Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician Senior is responsible for the maintenance and reliable operation of a large multi-unit thermal power generation facility. This includes the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of low- to medium-voltage electrical systems, industry specific instrumentation, and digital control systems (DCS). The technician will work with plant equipment such as Ovation DCS, Allen Bradley PLC, Mitsubishi Netmation DCS, GE LCI drives, and electrical equipment with voltages up to 13,800 VAC. The GREC IC&E Technician III is required to strictly adhere to all GRDA safety and environmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of Lock out tag out (LOTO) and proficiency in all plant systems.
Strong ability to comply with safety policies as a leader in safety
Knowledge of power plant systems: turbines, boilers, pumps, and electrical control systems.
Strong technical skills with instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Ability to operate industrial equipment (forklifts, hand/power tools)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work individually and as a team member
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to perform duties safely with minimal supervision and seek guidance when necessary.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).
Ability to read and understand plant Process & Instrumentation Diagrams as well as detailed instrument/control and electrical drawings and documentation.
Ability to work in a 24/7/365 environment and in extreme weather conditions
High School diploma or equivalent required
Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program required.
Minimum of four (4) years’ directly related experience in a large industrial facility or power generating facility.
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out of state driver’s license that are an Oklahoma resident.

Responsibilities

Install, repairs, inspects, and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, combustion and steam turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on control systems and equipment
Operate, monitor, maintain and calibrate environmental and industrial hygiene equipment such as CEMS, noise and gas detection devices, etc. in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Diagnose and resolve issues with electrical, instrumentation, and control systems specific to power generation facilities.
Obtain measurements and readings using electrical and mechanical testing instruments, including digital multi meters, meggers, amp meters, ohm meters, and phase rotation meters.
Assist in coordinating maintenance work by providing input to the direct supervisor for scheduling with other sections, contractors, and engineers; support estimating time, materials, and equipment for repairs; review electrical systems and share observations with the supervisor for recommendations on new equipment, repairs, and modifications.
Draw and read electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and/or diagrams
Operate fork-lifts, aerial lifts, scissor lifts, mobile and overhead cranes and fleet vehicles
Actively participates in Root Cause Investigations for Incidents/Accidents, Near Miss, Off Normal, and unusual events.
Work collaboratively with other team members efficiently and demonstrate good verbal and communication skills
Perform minor mechanical maintenance work including repair of rotating equipment, valves, actuators, piping, etc.
Perform minor maintenance work on HVAC and plumbing systems
Support plant startup and shutdown activities, and perform emergency response procedures if needed.