Auxiliary Operator Redhawk REPOST

Job Description

Redhawk Power Plant has openings for Auxiliary Operators. An Auxiliary Operator, for Gas & Oil, supports the safe, efficient and cost‑effective production of electric energy by operating and monitoring turbines, generators, scrubbers, bag houses, and plant auxiliary equipment. Performs chemical analysis of boiler water, wells, and circulating water and operating water treatment and chemical addition systems and minor mechanical maintenance. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.

This position is based in Arlington, AZ.

The work schedule for this position is a 12‑hour rotating shift as defined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement; LOMA dated December 8, 2015.

• Be at least 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Applicant must have completed Auxiliary Operator Trainee curriculum or equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

• Must live within reasonable distance (one (1) hour) from Redhawk Power Plant
• Pass the operations aptitude test (POSS).
• Pass APS aptitude and qualifying skill tests (written/hands‑on)
• Reasonable and necessary overtime will be required
• Shift work may be required.
• Interview may be conducted.
• This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less

• Reads work orders, technical manuals, blueprints and diagrams related to the work assignment. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.
• Knowledge of APM and safety standards related to auxiliary operator work such as personal protective equipment, hazardous material handling, asbestos containing material (ACM) awareness, MSDS, confined space entry, company LOTO procedures, ladder safety, arc flash protection, and all material contained in the accident prevention manual.
• Take field readings from charts, meters, and gauges at established intervals to ensure proper and efficient operation of the plant.
• Diagnose and correct equipment, system problems and other abnormal operating conditions by monitoring and inspecting power plant equipment.
• Communicate with Control Operator on any abnormal conditions. Coordinate any field action with the Control Operator. Reports any need for equipment repair.
• Under the direction of the Control Operator, manipulate field controls on all power plant auxiliary equipment. This includes the following systems such as boilers, turbines, water, fuel, air, ash handling, pollution control systems, auxiliary power, etc. The operation of pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, chemical injection equipment, scrubbers, ZLDs, bag houses, etc.
• Open and close valves, dampers, switches, and breakers in the appropriate sequence following operating procedures to shut down and start up equipment. Isolate equipment from all energy sources to remove, inspect or maintain it by identifying the proper equipment and corresponding valves, breakers, switches.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, ’U.S. Export Control Laws’). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws.

All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non‑U.S. person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

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