Turbine Operator Training Apprentice

Turbine Operator Training Apprentice

EWSO Field - The Woodlands, TX 77380

Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off Travel Percentage Up to 90%

Turbine Operator Training Apprentice

Under direct supervision and/or advisement, the Turbine Operator Training Apprentice takes all classroom and hands-on training to become proficient and graduate to the Turbine Operator Training – Operator Level 1 role. For this to happen the apprentice must pass a written examination, complete all required logs, and demonstrate proficiency in stand-alone operation and maintenance of Evolution owned or rented gas turbine packages and related equipment for the company.

• Punctually attends all required training and actively participate.
• Learns to operate and maintain gas turbine packages and other related equipment.
• Learns how to maintain good housekeeping practices of power gen operational areas.
• Learns trouble shooting oversight on gas turbine and human machine interfaces.
• Learn and understand proper utilization and application of available software.
• Conducts work in accordance with safety rules, standard operating procedures, and workplace policies.
• Learns to evaluate the operational readiness of gas turbine and related equipment.
• May aid in implementation of more efficient working tasks.
• May assist with installation and commissioning of gas turbine packages and related equipment.
• Learns to perform external visual checks of equipment, including but not limited walk around inspections.
• Completes all required logs tied to learning objectives and process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

Position Requirements:

• Successfully passes all applicable general pre-employment testing including but not limited to: background check, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment fit tests, pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required. Employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.
• Daily in person, predictable attendance.
• Proficient in the spoken English language.

Education/Experience Level:

• Technical Certification or Degree. An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• High School Diploma or GED accepted with applicable experience.
• Instrumentation and/or electrical knowledge or experience a plus.

Qualifications, Skills, Competencies and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend fundamental English.
• Ability to read electrical/controls drawings.
• Ability to attend, participate, and successfully complete the scheduled New Hire Safety training, including but not limited to H 2 S, Powered Industrial, and basic First Aid and CPR training.
• Attends and successfully completes annual safety recertification training.
• Ability to work within a team concept to successfully complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to take instruction well and interact with other employees in a positive manner within the framework of assigned work groups.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• Fully knowledgeable, compliant and takes initiative to promote and work with digital platforms including Active Learner, Paycom, KPA, and other company mandated systems. For new hires, ability to quickly learn company platforms.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to communicate in a technical manner with clients.
• Fundamental knowledge of equipment controls and logic.

Qualifications for Advancement:

• Time in Position:
  Minimum 6 months.
• Successful graduation of program to next level.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in operational environments.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Daily required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. When required to go to a wellsite, employees will rideshare with multiple employees. Work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio up to 85 dB and inclement weather, including typical and atypical outdoor elements and extreme cold and hot weather temperatures. Given these conditions, employees are required to wear company mandated and issued personal protective equipment (PPE) (fire retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection and safety gloves) and must strictly adhere to all safety policies.

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