MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST II

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• Position Summary Description This position is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operations of Midulla Generating Station in accordance with approved plant maintenance, operations, and environmental procedures. Maintenance Specialist II Electrical and Instrumentation is qualified via the Electrical and Instrumentation Qualification Standards.

Qualifications and Education Requirements A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a formal, accredited, or certified maintenance craft training program is desirable. Additional college-level coursework in math and science desirable. Completion of the Plant Technician I qualification standard is required.

1. Prior electrical and instrumentation and controls maintenance experience in an industrial setting is required.
2. Prior electrical and instrumentation and controls maintenance experience in an electrical generating station is desirable.
3. Prior electrical and instrumentation and controls maintenance experience in a combined cycle plant is desirable. This role requires the ability to qualify and maintain competency in the Electrical and Instrumentation skill sets. Additionally, the ability to qualify and maintain competency as Plant Technician II is required. Competency will be demonstrated by a combination of written exams, oral boards, and completion of practical demonstrations as required by the qualification standards. Must have the ability to become fully qualified to perform the aspects of plant electrical equipment maintenance. Must recertify annually on skill qualifications. Must have the ability to function effectively as a team member. Must have a through working knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity, magnetism, and electric circuits; must be familiar with equipment services and operating characteristics of a power plant; must have a thorough working knowledge of safe rigging and scaffolding practices and the care and use of tackle, hoist, and ladders. Must remain knowledgeable of safety policies and clearance procedures. Must be able to work from complex drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications; must have demonstrated the ability to perform the work involved with the installation and maintenance of the various electrical equipment found in a power plant, preferably a combine cycle plant, and to use a variety of tools and electrical test equipment; must exhibit an ability to perform and lead crew members in work requiring a high degree of skill and expertise, to instruct less skilled personnel, and to assume a high degree of responsibility; must be able to communicate orders and instructions in a manner that will generate effective and efficient work performance. Must be alert, resourceful, and capable of making correct decisions in emergencies. Must possess a working knowledge of process instrumentation and controls. Must be able to comprehend and seek resolutions to complicated problems. Must have the ability to understand and follow highly technical written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to read schematic and electrical drawings. Must have the ability to assume a high degree of job responsibility. Must be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in a manner that will generate effective and efficient work performance with associates. Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven, and Professional

Technical Competencies/Skills:

• Electrical troubleshooting
• 480V/4160V experience
• DC battery knowledge
• Control valve troubleshooting
• Hart Protocol
• DCS experience
• AC/DC motor troubleshooting
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting
• Generator theory
• Safety awareness
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Soft Competencies/Skills:

• Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Dependability and reliability
• Following written and verbal instructions
• Problem solving
• Self-motivated

Essential Functions

• Reports to and takes direction from the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor as assigned.
• Ensures safe, effective, and efficient maintenance of the plant during assigned shifts. Complies with safety rules and procedures; uses safe work practices and behaviors. Reports all safety concerns.
• Complies with environmental, health & safety guidelines and all operating permits and regulations.
• Maintains Plant equipment in accordance with all approved maintenance procedures.
• Effectively utilizes approved casualty procedures, including the Emergency Response Plan.
• Assists the Operations Specialists and Operations and Maintenance Supervisor as assigned by maintaining Plant Technician operating skills to support the operation of the plant as required.
• Maintains and troubleshoots all electrical, instrument-control, mechanical, environmental, and water treatment plant equipment, and maintains electrical, instrument-control, mechanical, environmental, and water treatment documents in support of that goal. Completes identified routine and abnormal condition job standards for each of the skill sets.
• Conducts and receives a thorough turnover when passing on or receiving duties from another Maintenance Specialist, Operations Specialist, or Plant Technician.
• Coordinates and monitors assigned contract personnel activities during maintenance outages or projects.
• Identifies plant deficiencies, initiates work orders, and completes same as assigned. Maintains plant maintenance documentation as needed or assigned. Red-lines any changes to drawings and forwards to plant engineer.
• Effectively utilizes control and wiring diagrams in order to troubleshoot control issues
• Assists in the training and qualification of new Maintenance Specialists and Plant Technicians.
• Maintains and/or repairs all electrical and instrumentation equipment with minimal or no supervision.
• Sets up and maintains drawings and instructional materials for electrical and instrument/control systems.
• Assists the Operations & Maintenance Supervisor in determining required parts for plant electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Develops preventative maintenance procedures for electrical equipment as directed by the Operations & Maintenance Supervisor.
• Confers with Maintenance and Operations personnel relative to adequate protective measures and ascertains proper implementation.
• Engages in rigging set-ups involved in dismantling, handling, and reassembling electrical equipment.
• Diagnoses, locates, and repairs electrical and instrumentation and controls problems.
• Inspects, overhauls, and/or adjusts components of electrical systems for jib cranes, diesel generators, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Performs installation, maintenance, and replacement work on associated electrical accessories by adjusting and lubricating parts, renewing defective parts or wiring, and replacing defective units of control switches, auxiliary switches, operating relays and contactors, alarm and annunciator systems, and other related devices.
• Connects, disconnects, and performs repair work on energized electrical equipment using protective equipment and devices.
• Performs a variety of duties such as checking and verifying proper equipment clearances and proper protective grounds and inspecting completed work.
• Directs and trains employees as assigned; assists in maintaining records.
• Installs, inspects, and repairs the plant programmable controllers as assigned.
• Performs maintenance including the overhaul of generators, motors, excitation equipment, regulators, transformers, and capacitors in the plant.
• Properly operates all necessary I&C measuring and test equipment as well as hand and power tools.
• Performs calibrations and preventive maintenance of instrumentation and controls as assigned.
• Performs instrumentation and controls trouble-shooting and repairs as required. This includes locating and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic units which control level, pressure, temperature, position, and flow parameters.
• Troubleshoots and corrects problems related to the T3000 and other plant control systems or PLCs.
• Performs necessary software, firmware, and hardware repairs in order to maintain plant systems utilizing programmable logic controllers, personal computers, and data loggers.
• Maintains and repairs Plant CEMS equipment and software.
• Traces logic diagrams, corrects errors, compiles reports, and forces points as directed by supervision.
• Completes required initial and recertification training as outlined in the appropriate qualification standard.
• Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Team.
• Operates mechanized equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
• Assists management and supervision in the planning and scheduling of Outage activities.
• Performs other similar or less skilled work, housekeeping, and preservation duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned.

Physical Requirements Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report. Hardhat, work shoes, NFPA 70E compliant clothing, and safety glasses must be worn in the plant.

Working Conditions While working in certain areas of the plant there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment. Will work in all areas of the plant site, both indoors and outdoors. Will work a rotating shift. Will be expected to access all areas of the plant for inspection, operation, and maintenance. Entry into confined spaces is required. Working conditions may include accessing equipment at heights of 150 feet, areas of high voltage, high pressure high temperature fluids, compressed air, high pressure hydraulic and rotating equipment. Other personal protective equipment required as indicated by hazard analysis.

“Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”