Power Plant Mechanic II

Onward Energy•Denver, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Mechanic II Reports To: Operations & Maintenance Manager Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Operations FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time Plant Location: Arapahoe Denver, CO THE COMPANY Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7 GW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North Americas premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our employees, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Corporate Offices in Denver, New York and Charlotte, we are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information. The Arapahoe Facility is a 125 MW combined cycle, natural gas-fired, intermediate facility with a PPA until 2046, Denver CO. THE CHALLENGE The Plant Mechanic is responsible for maintaining plant equipment to ensure plant performance for efficient and safe plant operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for preventative maintenance activities, corrective maintenance, and capital improvements as directed. This role ensures that the plant is maintained at an optimal level.

Requirements

High School Diploma, degree from a technical/vocational school, related military service or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years of power plant and/or gas/steam turbine experience is required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and possess the ability to learn.
Strong mechanical aptitude with an advanced understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various other programs.
Must be able to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company and outside vendors.
Working knowledge of combined cycle power plant system, power plant operations, and maintenance, mechanical principles, work practices, procedures and materials.
Ability to make maintenance related decisions with minimum direct supervision.
Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history, if applicable
Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
Adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting.
May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders, stairways, and work off of platforms.
Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, earplugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.
Able to hear (at some dB limit of loss) plant alarms, equipment condition, and to receive oral instructions.
Able to see to determine plant operating conditions and to avoid safety hazards.

Nice To Haves

Pipe fitter, millwright, welding and carpentry skills desired.

Responsibilities

Primary job responsibility is performing Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, and Plant mechanical maintenance.
Administers processes and procedures as required by the O&M Manager, which includes:
Identify and implement On-condition tasks
Evaluate recommended changes based on cost/benefit
Keep all necessary records as prescribed by the maintenance management system.
Required to complete the O&M Tech I (Outside Operator) qualification process. Qualification is required within 2 years of the date of hire.
Work safely, following company and operator policies, procedures, and work practices in a positive, cooperative, and productive manner.
Computes and analyzes test data.
Use installed and portable test equipment and technical manuals to troubleshoot equipment and systems.
Coordinates job activities relating to job planning, work methods, job standards and job reporting for the work assigned.
Perform both routine and non-routine preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
Required to be on call while off shift to support emergency repair or monitoring as necessary.
Assist other plant personnel as needed.
Maintenance and upkeep of site buildings and grounds.
Maintain and repair plant mechanical devices.
Prepares, maintains and provides a variety of reports/documents as required or upon request.
Reviews P&I Drawings and mechanical diagrams.
Communicates the condition of plant systems, equipment, and pertinent information to others.
Directs and performs work in accordance with policies and procedures as established by the company and regulatory agencies
Monitor and perform required periodic preventive maintenance and GE service bulletin updates and reports.
Complete detailed planning, product specification and time estimates for mechanical repairs and installations.
Creates procedures related to mechanical systems.
Required to learn all power plant systems and stay abreast of system updates.
Operate all plant mobile equipment, forklift, man lift, etc.
Must be available for night, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
Occasional travel may be required.
Other duties as assigned.