O&M Technician / Control Room Operator

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: O&M Technician Lead (or) O&M Technician Senior
• Grade: Technical 43 (or) Technical 42
• Job Code: 128030 (or) 128029
• Level I ---> Level II ---> Senior ---> Lead

JOB SUMMARY

This job is being posted across two skill levels (Senior) and (Lead). Applicants will be considered for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify.

Responsible for the day to day operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Power Generation facility to include equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, filters, water treatment systems, combustion turbines, and generators.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Responsibilities are varied and complex. Often works outside area of assigned duties. Applies advanced skills in multiple areas. Resolves complex issues which impact business operations both inside and outside own department. Makes unreviewed decisions related to the area of responsibilities. Opinions carry significant weight in policy and strategy decisions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Primary duty to operate the plant from the Control Room and Auxiliaries, perform all facets of plant maintenance both electrical and mechanical, without supervision.
• Acts as Operating Authority.
• Acts as a lead and fills in upper management as needed.
• Acts as subject matter expert and coaches and mentors less experienced members in their training and development.
• Directs activities of contractors and vendors, as needed.
• Provides technical management for Plant projects.
• Evaluates project progress and manpower performance (internal and external) and reports to supervisor and/or project manager.
• Provides expert feedback and is an active participant in the RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) process.
• Monitors, operates and checks equipment.
• Identifies abnormal equipment operations.
• Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
• Monitors, analyzes and performs water chemistry tests.
• Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
• Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
• Creates templates and executes clearance procedures.
• Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Repairs, inspects and maintains plant auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries to include the CEMS system.
• Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
• Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
• Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.
• Provides technical management for I&C projects.
• Evaluates project progress and manpower performance (internal and external) and report to supervisor and/or project manager.
• Provides technical management for PLC/DCS projects.
• Provides direction and oversight to automation contractors as needed.
• Develops testing procedures and test forms to be used for process instruments and various safety systems to be used for PM and/or compliance.
• Routinely makes technical decisions concerning the maintenance and repair of critical instrument electrical systems such as DCS, PLC, and field devices, motors, cables, SWGR and MCCs.
• Serves as a technical resource to operations personnel and lower technician positions.
• Assists in or provide the technical management of new and existing assets as directed by supervisor.
• Designs and installs new equipment and system modifications.
• Actively participates in budget preparation.
• Assists in maintaining and controlling spare parts inventory.
• Maintains various databases and effectively uses standard software packages.
• Effectively and efficiently troubleshoots and maintains all AC/DC control circuits and components.
• Reads, interprets, and utilizes all plant drawings to perform daily operations and maintenance activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

SENIOR / LEVEL III

• Associates Degree in a mechanical or technical discipline, And 5 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And 6 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 2 direct plant experience at the same Power Plant and successful completion of Board Review.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical or technical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical or technical experience.
• Experience must include 3 years experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

LEAD / LEVEL IV

• Associates Degree in a mechanical or technical discipline, And 7 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 9 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And 8 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 3 Direct plant experience at the same Power Plant with 1 of those years being Control Room Operator experience and approval of Plant Management.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical or technical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical or technical experience.
• Experience must include 5 years experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment.
• May be required to work overtime and weekends and holidays.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call and call-outs.
• May require travel.
• May be required to lift fifty (50) pounds or more.
• May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.
• May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• Obtain or maintain obtain required certifications.
• May be required to complete training Process.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS

General Requirements

• Occasionally:Sitting
• Occasionally:Kneeling
• Occasionally:Crouching
• Occasionally:Crawling
• Occasionally:Grasping
• Occasionally:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Occasionally:Repetitive Motions
• Frequently:Walking
• Frequently:Pushing
• Frequently:Pulling
• Frequently:Climbing
• Frequently:Stooping
• Frequently:Reaching
• Constantly:Standing Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
• Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Other - Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;
• The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
• Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
• The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to modeling company values and beliefs.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills including the ability to influence others and achieve measurable results.
• Demonstrated strong ability to lead, motivate, coach, promote member development, and influence others positively while fostering a team environment.
• Demonstrated strong ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Demonstrated strong ability to solve complex problems; taking a new perspective using existing solutions.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Demonstrated strong ability to manage multiple responsibilities, priorities, tasks and projects simultaneously and within specified deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong ability to handle complex issues and to take general direction and guidance and translate into specific actions.
• Demonstrated ability to handle stress and work efficiently during emergency and heavy workload conditions, and handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively to resolve conflict.
• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing with members at all levels throughout the organization and outside professionals.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in the knowledge of Operations, fundamental instrumentation, control concepts, and associated plant mechanical auxiliary equipment to include turbines, pumps, valves, etc.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in the knowledge of maintenance, testing, installation and repair of most types of instrumentation and control components.
• Basic computer skills using MS Office.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers/Distributed Control Systems and Human Machine Interface equipment and the ability to make significant programming changes under engineering guidance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the ability to read and interpret all Instrumentation and control drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical aptitude in the use of hand tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the ability to take on additional responsibility.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in the knowledge of AC/DC control circuits and components.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipefitting, etc.).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver's License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Audiogram Baseline
• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE

Senior: $82,035 - $102,606

Lead: $89,898 - $112,230