Thermal - Power Plant Mechanic III

Job Description Job Description Power Plant Mechanic III Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for day-to-day preventative maintenance and repair of the at Arizona State University power, steam and chilled water facilities while assisting with maintenance activities at the downtown Phoenix plants as needed. The primary objective is to ensure the plants are operated and maintained with regard to the priorities in order: Safety, Reliability and Efficiency. Principle Responsibilities/Key Results Areas Reviews and understands the operating and maintenance requirements of the main plant, remote plants, and distribution system. Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of plant equipment. Initiates work requests in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for plant equipment requiring maintenance and meet weekly with plant management to schedule, plan, and coordinate work. Interprets technical manuals, sketches, prints, instructions, manufacturer’s data and equipment history records and incorporates the applicable information in developing work plans. Identifies opportunities to improve O&M work processes and leads problem solving analysis when required to address issues and corrective actions while sharing lessons learned and best practices. Completes all necessary logs, records, maintenance documentation, and plant paperwork. Coordinates with operations for initiating LOTOs in computer-based program (RedTag). Acquires and reviews bids and oversees contractors for maintenance and other services. Provides coordination between contractors, consultants, and material suppliers on plant projects. Plans and executes routine project maintenance and supports major maintenance and capital replacement projects utilizing Cordia Project Management Policies. Ensures that all safety policies and regulations are followed, and all daily work is executed in accordance with Cordia safety policies. Ensures full compliance with all environmental regulations with a goal of zero exceedances, reportable spills or other violations. Responsible for ordering and inventory management of spare parts and other plant supplies. Perform other duties as needed (i.e., facility cleaning, assisting operations, etc.). Requirements Experience and Education High School diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of five (5) years of steady work experience, maintaining power, steam, and/or chilled water equipment. Hands on maintenance and troubleshooting experience with cogeneration and/or central heating and cooling plants. Proficiency in contract management and proven skills in leading/directing contractors. EPA section 609 universal refrigeration certificate is a plus. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge and experience in working with power, steam and/or chilled water equipment. Gathers data; identifies issues; relates and compares; identifiescause-effect; interprets different viewpoints; determines and takes a course of action after identifying and developing possible consequences. Seeks, acquires, and promptly applies new knowledge and skills, including interpersonal skills, new technology, and emerging industry practices. Adjusts quickly to change.Supports and champions change processes. Flexibility to work in fast-paced, environment with "hands-on" team player approach. Results oriented, with ability to work with minimum supervision in order to coordinate and facilitate activities across groups. Communicates openly to ensure all personnel are informed of plant and equipment conditions. High integrity, energy and enthusiasm. Ability to work in adverse climate conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Company Description Cordia is a comprehensive energy solutions provider. We’re driving change towards a more resilient, sustainable energy future, and empowering people and communities to reach their full potential. District Energy systems produce steam, hot water, and/or chilled water at a central plant, then deliver the steam and water to individual buildings through a network of underground pipes. This process is considerably more energy efficient than traditional on-site heating and cooling systems, and typically requires less capital investment, risk, and operational costs than individual boilers or air conditioners. Company Description Cordia is a comprehensive energy solutions provider. We’re driving change towards a more resilient, sustainable energy future, and empowering people and communities to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nDistrict Energy systems produce steam, hot water, and/or chilled water at a central plant, then deliver the steam and water to individual buildings through a network of underground pipes. This process is considerably more energy efficient than traditional on-site heating and cooling systems, and typically requires less capital investment, risk, and operational costs than individual boilers or air conditioners.