Power - Apprentice Generation Mechanic

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Idaho Falls Power/Idaho Falls Fiber is currently looking for a Generations Mechanic. This position may be filled as either a Journey level position or an apprentice level position depending upon application status. In this position you will perform a variety of skilled maintenance, repair and duties related to the daily maintenance, repair, and upkeep of generation power plants and equipment as needed to ensure compliance with FERC licensing regulations and requirements and efficient generation of electricity.

• Generations Mechanic Apprentice Generations Mechanic Journeyman $39.47 - $48.42 hourly $47.95 - $58.83 hourly

• Apprentice Generation Mechanic:
  Works under the direct supervision of the Generation Mechanic Foreman and/or Journey-level Generation Mechanic.
• Journeyman Generation Mechanic:
  Works under the direct supervision of the Generation Mechanic Foreman.

• Apprentice Generation Mechanic:
  None.
• Generation Mechanic Journeyman:
  May provide close to immediate supervision to Generation Mechanic Apprentice(s).

• Work well in team environment of skilled craftsman who have a wide variety of specialized skills, knowledge, and experience.
• Generation Mechanic Apprentice Functions are completed in an “assist” mode under the supervision of a journey level Generation mechanic depending upon level of training and advancement through the apprenticeship program.
• Generation Mechanic Journeyman should possess a knowledge of the and ability to perform the following functions without direct supervision.
• Conducts daily inspection of generation plants and facilities to inspect and monitor: generators, turbines, hydraulic governors, temperature and flow meters, CO2 systems, oil systems, cooling systems, air systems, gates and gate control systems, dam structures and associated project area.
• Performs complex and comprehensive turbine tear-down and rebuild operations, periodic generation plant dewatering, disassembly, inspections and maintenance of generation equipment.
• Rebuilds and maintains ancillary equipment such as generation pumps and motors to include bearing replacement/installation, seal replacement/installation and shaft alignments.
• Maintain and repair air handler systems, hydraulic systems, flap gates and radial gates to ensure proper operation of dam and dike waterway management.
• Perform routine and scheduled preventative maintenance on all generation plant facility equipment and systems. This work includes utilizing the utilities electronic preventative maintenance system for data entry and trend analysis purposes.
• Must have or acquire a thorough knowledge of the Dam Safety Surveillance Monitoring Program (DSSMP).
• Perform routine, periodic, and detailed inspections and monitoring of dam structures, dikes and waterways to ensure all federal licensing requirements are met.
• Performs complex welding in the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of power plant equipment including generators, turbines, and other related utility equipment and systems.
• Capable of performing general fabrication of metal assemblies such as normally found in generation facilities.
• Operates trash rake and related heavy equipment to clear water channels of debris; assists in conducting body recovery operations in cooperation with the police department; operates power boat, and/or jet boat to service water systems, string safety buoys, etc.
• Performs various environmental control functions in applying pesticides and insecticides; participates in various levels of animal control as needed to prevent disruptions in power generation operations and delivery of electric services.
• Must be able to work with Heights and in Tight/Confined Spaces.
• Must be able to read Blueprints, Manuals, General Instructions.
• Must comply with Lock Out/Tag Out and Safety requirements.
• Performs related…