Peaking Station Technician (Apprentice or Senior) Cass County Station

This role will be filled commensurate on experience at the applicable (Technician or Apprentice level) based on the candidate's knowledge and experience. The position description used in this posting is representative of an Peaking Station Technician. Summary: Perform assigned functions necessary for the proper, safe and efficient operation and maintenance of equipment at the District's Peaking Stations and other District facilities as workload dictates. Responsibilities:

Perform orderly operation of generating units and equipment at the Peaking Stations.

¿ Operate combustion turbines or reciprocating engines safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.¿ Establish proper clearance of equipment for safe, event-free maintenance activities.¿ Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate control systems and field instrumentation, maintain test equipment and keep timely accurate records.¿ Complete routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of all electrical and mechanical equipment. Assist in major equipment maintenance. Support condition monitoring tasks, including routinely inspecting and testing the condition of equipment to assure proper function of all components.¿ Maintain timely, accurate records that reflect plant activities/status including proper documentation of maintenance.

Routinely act as lead person in coordinating crew activities.

Assist with work coordination, and resolution of escalated issues to support a safe efficient and effective work environment.

Monitor, coach and train subordinate personnel.

Qualifications

Required:

Requires a high degree of mechanical and electrical aptitude , a knowledge of electronics, instrument functions and of electrical and control systems equivalent to that of a senior I&C technician.

Completion of the OPPD Operational training requirements for the specific Peaking Station location within one (1) year.

Must have the ability to troubleshoot computer-controlled processes, diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions, and understand and use drawings, schematics, logic diagrams, equipment procedures, and manuals.

Basic understanding of computer programming and PLC ladder logic.

Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

A valid driver's license.

Desired:

Advanced understanding of computer programming and PLC ladder logic desired.

Experience in operating and maintaining combustion turbines .

Closing Statement

At Omaha Public Power District , we’re passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.

WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.

WE’RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We’re dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.

OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people’s lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We’re always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are—wherever you are— and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.

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EOE: Protected Veterans/DisabilityHow To Apply Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before December 13, 2024. Recruiter: Andrew Ray - alray@oppd.com #LI-RA This role will be filled commensurate on experience at the applicable (Technician or Apprentice level) based on the candidate's knowledge and experience. The position description used in this posting is representative of an Peaking Station Technician.