Job Description

Reference
EPR008910
Posting Reference
Location
Johnston, RI, USA
Type
Full Time
Job Category
Operations
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EthosEnergy is actively recruiting for multi-skilled Combustion Turbine Power Plant O&M Technicians to join our team at Rhode Island State Energy Center, (RISEC) which is a 609 MW combined-cycle gas turbine power plant located in the Johnston area. This position is responsible for operating the facility, while utilizing advanced maintenance skills. Selected candidate(s) will be placed into the Facility's training program.




Approved Salary Range for this role is $93,600 - $100,000 per year based on skillset and experience. Qualified candidates must have Five-(5) years of experience at a Combined Cycle Power Plant. Individuals who have demonstrated experience in the multi-skills that are needed at power plants are preferred. This role requires ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, overtime, callouts, outage work, weekend, and holiday work.


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Job Responsibilities

Conducts all work activities in a professional, environmentally conscious, and safe manner. Assures operational efficiency, unit reliability and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Maintains and executes tactical processes in a team oriented, multi-discipline environment. Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all plant equipment to include instrumentation, control systems, mechanical, and electrical equipment. Perform predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance. Executes equipment tag outs as required under the direction of the Shift O&M Leader. This position involves shift work, overtime, call-outs, outage work, weekend, and holiday work.
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Required Skills / Knowledge

OPERATIONS - Experience in the operation of a combined cycle power plant to include starting up and shutting down plant equipment from the field; monitoring and operating plant equipment and responding to plant upset events and emergencies; taking and recording all necessary equipment and instrumentation readings and data; and manually and remotely operating valves and equipment. ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE- Experience in troubleshooting and correcting electrical maintenance problems, including switch gear, motors, breakers and plant wiring. Should be familiar with the usage of high-tech electronic test equipment and other precision test instruments to be used in identifying problems. Completion of technical electrical training is required. INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL- Experience in troubleshooting, calibrating, repairing, tuning, and replacing sophisticated I&C equipment and components. Must be able to maintain the plant equipment and components. Must be able to maintain the plant Distributed Control System and related equipment. Completion of extensive technical training in modern I&C work is required. MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE- Experience in troubleshooting and correcting mechanical problems which include combustion turbines, steam turbines, pumps, compressors, valves and various rotating equipment. Must be proficient in alignment, basic machining and welding, rigging and equipment component inspection and repair. Completion of mechanical technical training is required.
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Experience

5 years' experience at a Combined Cycle Power Plant or equivalent work experience. Demonstrates full knowledge and proficiency in the operation and maintenance of a combustion turbine generating station, including balance-of-plant equipment. Specific experience with Siemens 501F combustion turbines preferred. Understanding of dispatch protocol. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Good decision-making skills. Demonstrates planning and organizational skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work. Ability to handle constantly changing and emerging work priorities and schedules. Ability to work effectively with other team members. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with various personality types desired. Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and other computer-based productivity tools. Demonstrates decision making abilities, long term developmental capabilities and networking skills.
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Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred
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Physical Requirements

Possession of a Valid Driver's License. Ability to work under normal power plant environment conditions and/or outdoor work environment. 12 hour rotating shift schedule. Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment. Outdoor conditions may run from very cold to hot and humid. Will work in confined spaces, dust, grease & oil and be exposed to loud noise. Requires occasional travel outside facility locations. Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, gloves, etc.) May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
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What We Offer

Approved Salary Range for this role is $93,600 - $100,000 per year based on skillset and experience Plant Bonus Eligible! Supportive company culture that values its employees Excellent training opportunities Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan Paid Time Off & Holidays Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus! Personal Development & Career Succession Planning Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs


EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.