Maintenance Mechanic

## Maintenance Mechanic Apply locations:
Lansing, MItime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100314

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $49.67 - $50.96#
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* GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

** Repairs and maintains equipment in all generating stations and associated equipment. #
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

*** Repairs and maintains various processes and equipment associated with all BWL facilities including: coal equipment, ash handling system equipment, fuel system equipment, boiler systems and associated equipment such as pumps, fans, heaters, regulators/valves, pre-heaters, etc.; turbine system equipment such as an E.H.U. system, filters, various types of seals, and steam packing, etc., condensate system and related equipment; waste water treatment system equipment;

cooling tower system equipment; hydro plant systems including dams and flood gates; various types of pumps; and generating system equipment such as hydro system, exciters, G.E.X., etc.; various other miscellaneous plant equipment.
* Must have understanding of basic concepts of Insulating and Refractor Applicator duties.
* Uses the tools of the trade to perform journey worker duties of maintenance mechanic, millwright, machine repair, and machinist
* Tools used include gas welder, cutoff and chain saw, submersible pumps, oxyacetylene and mapp torch kit; gas drill, hammer-drill, impact wrenches, various pneumatic and hydraulic tools; pipe-threading and pipe-bending tools; measuring tools including micrometers and calipers; and rigging tools such as chainfalls, pullers, trolleys, A-frames, etc.
* Reads and interprets blueprints.
* Climbs and works from ladders and scaffolds.
* Works in confined spaces.
* Communicates clearly through speech and in writing.
* Operates mobile equipment such as trucks, cranes, worker lifts, scissor lifts, trailored welding unit, air compressors, etc. requiring use of hand and foot controls.
* Required to follow BWL safety manual and wear personal protective equipment as required.
* Attends training for safety awareness or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.
* Must be willing to work any shift, weekends, and rotating weekly standby.
* Performs other duties necessitated by job responsibilities.#
** OTHER FUNCTIONS:
** Supports maintenance needs of the City of Lansing when needed.#
** JOB SPECIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
*** High school diploma or equivalent.
* Qualified Journey worker Maintenance Mechanic, Millwright, Machine Repair, or Plumber/ Pipefitter.
* The following qualifications are preferred: minimum of five years journey worker experience, previous Power Plant experience, or previous related military experience.#
** OTHER REQUIREMENTS
** Internal applicants must currently possess valid MI Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with the required endorsements (currently Class

A) or at a minimum, pass Department of Transportation physical exam and State of MI written portion of CDL examination within 15 days of transfer.  External applicants must possess valid MI CDL with a Class A endorsement.  External or internal applicants hired after May of 1999 must be able to work 24 hr/ 6-day shift, 5 consecutive days from Sunday through Friday.#

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* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

** Must pass Human Performance Evaluation (HPE).  Lifts/carries 50 – 75 lbs. from floor to shoulder level to position materials.  Must climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.  Must have good visual acuity for reading blueprints and operating rigging and lifting equipment such as cranes, forktrucks, worker lifts, etc.  Good hearing necessary to localize sounds and hear conversations in noisy environments.  Must be able to work in confined spaces.  

Must be respirator certified and fit tested. # #
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* WORKING CONDITIONS:

** Power Plant environment.  Temperature range extreme.  Sound and dust levels high.  Possible exposure to coal dust, lead, asbestos, fluoride, chlorine, soda ash and/or lime.
** Why Should You Apply?
** Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for…