Plant Technician
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About this role
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing operations functions, preventive and corrective maintenance as applicable to job function to ensure proper functioning of plant equipment will work under the direction of site management.This position is responsible for the proper function and maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
Proficient in primary skill required of position
Proficient skills for maintaining equipment at the plant
Performs troubleshooting and documentation, and assists in the resolution of problems discovered on shift
Performs daily maintenance, overhauls, calibration, troubleshooting, repair/replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and systems
Makes decisions and recommends appropriate repair techniques for plant equipment to peers, supervisors, plant management
Conducts excitation system inspections and preventive maintenance
Proficient in operating material handling equipment
Develops and implements plant operating procedures
Understands relationship of equipment to plant systems
May provide instruction and teaching to lower level employees
Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE
**Level of position will be determined by applicable skills and experience.
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:
Minimum of High School diploma or GED equivalent
4 -6 years related experience in a power plant or industrial setting (possibly heavy equipment)
Familiarity with industrial sized pumps, motors, fans, bearings
Knowledge of motor alignments and pump alignment, welding knowledge/skills required
Position requires ability to work four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days; during plant outages 12 hour days or nights required; Call-outs and after-hours support are part of this position
Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 within primary skill for position job performance measure
Demonstrate computer based skills
Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills
Independent knowledge of troubleshooting
All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.
Key Metrics:
Satisfactory completion of Tier 3 training and qualification requirements
Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Family
Plant OperationsCompany
Luminant Power LLCLocations
Hays PlantTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
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