OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN (5110-Power Plant Newman)

GRADE LEVEL : U
DEPARTMENT : Power Plant Newman
STARTING SALARY : $51.97

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for safe and efficient operation and maintenance of various pumps, motors, boilers, turbines, generators, and related activities as deemed necessary by the Shift Supervisor.

EDUCATION AND/OR SPECIAL TRAINING:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

2. Successful completion of an approved Power Plant Operator Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent training program.

EXPERIENCE AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Two (2) years’ experience as a power plant operator, with emphasis on conventional steam generating units and gas turbine-combined cycle units.

2. Experience as Electrician, Mechanic or O&M technician preferred.

3. Must pass a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Routinely monitors and logs plant equipment indicators to ensure safe, effective operation.

2. Performs minor maintenance using basic hand tools and supports Crafts personnel during outages and planned maintenance activities.

3. Opens, closes, and/or adjusts valves and powers up equipment.

4. Monitors equipment motors, pumps, cooling towers, acid and phosphate feeder, fuel oil tanks, water wells, reverse osmosis systems, and other equipment by way of control systems and sensory observation.

5. Operates chlorine, acid, phosphate, fuel oil, condenser, water well, city water make up, water, treatment, and other plant equipment in accordance with safe operating practices.

6. Assists and maintains communication with the Control Room Operator to ensure that processes are carried out correctly and efficiently.

7. Wears protective clothing and safety equipment as required in performing job functions.

8. Interprets and adheres to technical manual procedures and practices.

9. Continuously trains to assure an effective and efficient operation of equipment and functions.

10. Adheres to the Company’s safety policies and procedures.

11. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be in compliance with El Paso Electric Company’s

Driving Policy.

1. Complies with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations to include employment, safety, and environmental standards and regulations.

2. Performs other related tasks that are not included but are within the context of duties defined.