Operations & Maintenance Technician I

Operations & Maintenance Technician I

Reports To:

Operations & Maintenance Manager

Functional Unit:
Operations

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Position Type:
Full-Time

Plant

Location:

Escondido, CA

The Challenge

Journey-level position responsible for start, stop and monitoring of equipment including reading gauges, meters and recording activities in operating logs and records. Uses computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters. Performs a variety of plant maintenance tasks including diagnosis, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner. Performs overhaul maintenance and system improvement tasks.

Incumbents assist in the development of operational procedures, operator training modules and provide input to plant betterment items to improve plant safety, reliability and efficiency. Ensures compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and plant procedures.

• Work periodically reviewed by others; work reflects solid performance of duties.
• Resolves most questions and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.
• Works under general supervision.
• Prioritize daily activities to complete tasks/projects assigned by others.
• Performs a variety of technical services/support duties that are semi-routine in nature.
• Routine and non-routine decisions with some latitude, but still subject to approval.
• With limited guidance, prioritizes and executes responsibilities effectively for a single trade, group of related tasks or functional areas.
• Errors have a small and possibly incremental impact on department or facility and discovered in succeeding operations where work is verified or reviewed.
• May assist with orienting and training employees in moderately complex areas.
• Assists on shift, qualified O&M Technicians in routine daily operations and maintenance troubleshooting and repair tasks.
• Responsible for all safety aspects of operating equipment.
• Conduct safety presentations.
• Complete all O&M Tech II training requirements within 24 months.
• Must be available for night, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, related military service or equivalent.
• Preferred Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college, trade school certification or advanced education in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation.
• Journey-level; generally, 5 years directly related experience including understanding of environmental and safety regulations, and previous experience working as a plant operator.
• Requires experience working with and around hazardous chemicals and waste materials.
• Requires previous experience using testing equipment & calibration appliances.
• Requires additional experience with machinery repair and control systems.
• Basic certifications/licensures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and possess the ability to learn.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of chemistry, physics, electricity and mathematics.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and various other programs.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with individuals in all areas of the company and outside vendors.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history, if applicable.

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting. May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools. Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders, stairways, and work off platforms. Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
  
  Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.
• Able to hear (at some dB limit of loss) in order to hear plant alarms, equipment condition, and to receive oral instructions.
• Able to see to determine plant operating conditions and to avoid safety hazards.

The Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace our values of accountability, adaptability, collaboration, and excellence. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.

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