Combined Cycle Specialist- I&C Specialist

Title Combined Cycle Specialist- I&C Specialist Company Tampa Electric Company Location Florida, Tampa Shift 12 Hr. X 7 Days Normal Work Schedule Normal work schedule is a twelve (12) hour rotating shift with overtime work required to meet business needs. Storm Duty Requirements Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. Position Concept The CCS is responsible in a line capacity to the Superintendent of Generation for the performance of all assigned operating and maintenance tasks. The incumbent is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of plant equipment and systems. This includes monitoring, observing, and maintaining conditions that affect the safe and reliable operation of the plant, compliance with all applicable NERC standards, and compliance with environmental permits. In addition, the CCS is responsible for following all water management guidance, completing individual and teamwork assignments, and ensuring an optimum and professional response to his customer’s (Energy Control Center) power needs. Prior to appointment to the CCS position, individuals must be able to pass (and maintain) physical requirements to allow participation on an Emergency Response Team; including, but not limited to: physical exam / PFT (pulmonary function test), and fit tests for the personal respiratory protection equipment. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure safe work practices and station safety programs are followed. Ensure Corporate / Department (ES) / Bayside Station Policies are understood and followed. Successfully complete all required training and assessments within the time allocated for each position step. To include emergency response training (i.e., Confined Space Rescue, Hazmat, Incipient Fire, First Aid / CPR). Demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform effectively in all operating positions; (Power Block, Steam Plant, Rover, and Control Room). Position responsibilities include but are not limited to; ability to perform accurate rounds, ability to perform accurate turnovers / information sharing, perform HEC procedures, perform unit / equipment start-ups / shut-downs, perform minor repairs, initiate/work/complete work orders work orders utilizing the workman system. Perform all maintenance assignments in a safe and efficient manner. Be able to perform at a journeyman level within the individual CCS’s “core” craft skill. Provide assistance to other CCS’s with any maintenance task as (needed). Perform maintenance tasks outside of “core” craft skill where individual ability allows safe and accurate completion. Support opportunities for Continuous Improvement created by Operational Excellence Programs; (e.g., ownership of area assignments, 3-way communication, electronic logs, enhanced rounds, etc…) Foster and participate in an environment of open communication with peers, support staff and management. Understand and support the attainment of company and station goals. Keep Energy Control Center personnel, duty personnel, plant management, engineering and technical staff updated on equipment problems, system restrictions, return to service delays, and reliability issues. Complete turnover logs, unusual incident reports, accident reports, environmental incident reports, CEM malfunction documentation, and the capability report. Respond to emergencies such as personnel injuries, fires, ammonia release, bomb threats, etc. Follow documented policies and procedures to notify the appropriate personnel depending on emergency. Possess and utilize a complete understanding of HEC (LO/TO) procedures, confined space requirements, burn permit requirements, process hazards and their effect on plant personnel and equipment. Demonstrate “good housekeeping” practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Education, Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid High School Diploma or valid GED. Preferred: A two (2) year technical degree, from an accredited institution in accordance with TECO Education Policy, in this field of work and/or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accordance with TECO Education policy is preferred. Experience Required: Minimum of four (4) years of related journeyman level work experience in a large industrial complex maintaining and troubleshooting equipment in I&C area. Work experience must include preventative, predictive, and repair maintenance. Experience operating various types of industrial equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, golf carts, trucks, etc. Or equivalent 4yr military trade specific training and apprenticeship, 4yr marine / powering engineering degree, or successful completion of an approved 4yr trade apprenticeship program. Preferred: A two (2) year technical degree, from an accredited institution in accordance with TECO Education Policy, in this field of work and/or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accordance with TECO Education policy is preferred. Utility Power Plant, Process Industry and/or Petrochemical Plant experience. Work Conditions Ability to be exposed to high temperature environments along with ambient temperatures and the elements Ability to work alone in assigned areas Ability to perform some work in confined spaces as well as high places Ability to hear speech, over radio and face-to-face, and alarms Possess vision of at least 20/30 in one eye and 20/50 in the other eye with or without glasses and have good visual perception including: depth, peripheral, and color differentiation Ability to climb and descend fixed ladders and up to twenty flights of stairs with sufficient balance and coordination to maneuver on and amongst ladders, stairs, equipment and curbing Ability to sit, stand and/or walk for long periods of time Ability to perform physical work while bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and/or carrying up to 20 pounds Physical ability to wear a variety of respiratory devises, to include: half-face air purifying respirator, full-face air purifying respirator, SCBA, and supplied air respirator in addition to other personal protective equipment (PPE). Since Bayside is an electrical generation facility, the P/S Mechanics are exposed in some areas to EMF fields. Additionally, there are some very small dose exposures to microwaves and gamma radiation sources. Competencies Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity Think Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment Physical Requirements & Medical Exams Physical Worker Medical Exam HAZMAT responder/ confined space rescuer medical exam Benefits Competitive Salary 401k Savings plan w/ company matching Pension plan Paid time off Paid Holiday time Medical, Prescription Drug & Dental Coverage Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs On-site Fitness Centers Bonus Plan and more! Equal Opportunity Statement TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) ADA Policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s. Application Accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr