Generating Station Mechanic C

Borough Of Chambersburg

Position Opening

Classification:
Generating Station Mechanic C (GSM-C)

Grade:
Bargaining, Grade 5

Rate of Pay: $28.08 per hour

Place of Work:
Primarily Generation Facilities

Hours of Work:
General hours 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting in the maintenance, efficient operation, and productivity of the large dual fueled diesel engine/generator sets and auxiliary equipment. Follow and recommend maintenance schedules, perform routine scheduled maintenance according to manufacturers' specifications, and accordingly log maintenance work in detail. Work involves overseeing and maintaining the well-being of the Borough's generating stations along with related functions within the Borough's 8 substations and operations center under the guidance of higher classified Generation Station Mechanics and direct supervision of the Electric Supply Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor.

Essential Functions of Job

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without an accommodation.

Assist in evaluating priorities, analyze equipment malfunctions, examine (internally, if necessary), diagnose, and perform repairs. Advise of perceived needs to schedule repair work;

Assist in various repair operations to motors, etc. Check working procedures as they relate to safety, scheduling, general rules, etc. Follow progress of jobs and report perceived inadequacies to superiors. Generally, assist maintenance personnel in the solution of problems;

Apprentice GSM-C is expected to further competency through training, communicate effectively, and help with maintenance repairs to ensure high levels of reliable equipment performance.

Use special purpose tools required for engines and generators, standard mechanic tools, while growing in proficiency in the areas of welding and cutting equipment, various portable power tools, etc.; use various engine and mechanical test equipment to assist in diagnosis;

Communicates with more senior Generation Station Mechanics and ultimately supervision the actions taken and results of engine or auxiliary equipment maintenance and repair work;

Develop familiarity with performing minor machine work involving use of small lathe, drill press, and related machine shop equipment;

Assist maintenance personnel in cleaning machinery. Perform preventive maintenance such as greasing and oiling;

Maintain diesel engines and associated equipment including generator, fuel storage and delivery facilities, cooling tower, auxiliary equipment, and generating station buildings;

Perform routine data recording and maintain logs required by various governmental agencies (DEP, EPA, etc.). Help maintain parts and supplies inventory records as directed;

Assist with cleaning, tuning, and adjusting engine and devices per manufacturer or other recommendations;

Must become trained in ability to assess exhaust emissions. Verify condition/quality of exhaust emissions as needed during operation.

Learn and perform engine start, synchronization, loading, and shutdown procedures for maintenance, repair, and normal operations purposes;

This Position is Designated as a Safety-Sensitive Position

Must attend formal training program(s) in operations, repair, and maintenance of diesel engines. Increase knowledge through Fairbanks Morse, Wärtsilä, and other applicable training sessions along with on-the-job training;

Must obtain, read, and interpret manufacturers and other manuals and instructions to diagnose and perform basic repairs and adjustments to equipment;

Must discuss troubles with more experienced mechanics and equipment operators. Assist in maintaining proper equipment stocks including inventory control. Recommend needed parts, tools, and help obtain them when necessary or as directed;

Assist with evaluating priorities, analyze equipment malfunctions, and examine (internally, if necessary);

Detect and report any unusual conditions. Responsible for maintaining work areas and tools in proper safe conditions. Abide by all electric department and Borough safety rules and memorandums of policy relating to power plant operations and other job tasks. Observe safety regulations;

Perform maintenance of power plant and substation facilities as directed;

Must operate Borough generation assets. Be knowledgeable about normal operation to recognize problems to take appropriate remedial action. Perform all logging;

Safely operate Borough vehicles and equipment as needed to perform duties including trucks, plow, aerial man lift, forklift, loader, etc.;

Perform other related duties as assigned, directed, or within the scope of responsibilities, abilities, and training level to include, but not limited to, general facility maintenance, unloading/loading shipments, mowing grass, snow removal, and assisting other department personnel with their tasks.

Required Competencies (Knowledge,…