Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to perform experienced level skilled work required to safely operate, maintain and repair combustion turbine‑generators and auxiliary systems, in compliance with all regulatory requirements, within the District's electric power generating stations.

• Perform skilled gas turbine power plant operations which include start‑up, parallel and shutdown of the gas turbine generator and auxiliary systems. Evaluate and adjust gas turbine generator operating parameters and balance of plant control systems.
• Monitor and control emissions in compliance with posted environmental permits.
• Follow District safety procedures including Lock‑out / Tag‑out.
• Inspect, maintain and repair gas turbine power plants and associated equipment such as pumps, compressors, hydraulic control systems, lubrication oil systems, cooling water systems, generators, turbines, station batteries, switch gear, water treatment systems, chillers, fans, lift equipment, fuel handling systems, etc using hand, power or pneumatic tools.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose plant control systems using specialized test equipment.
• Install, test and repair field instrumentation such as gauges, sensors, transmitters, switches, indicators and automatic control valves.
• Operate and maintain various types of water treatment equipment. Perform skilled water chemistry analysis and take corrective action as needed.
• Assist in the maintenance and operation of other power plants.
• Perform general welding and fabrication work such as gas and arc welding, cutting, drilling, threading, grinding and machine tool operation.
• Maintain a variety of records including those for the appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Participate in the preventive maintenance program. Enter and complete work orders, record machine condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used and work performed.
• Assist in similar activities at other power generating stations.
• Perform general maintenance, including painting and cleaning duties to keep equipment, buildings, grounds and work areas clean and safe.
• Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned.
• Respond to emergency situations and be on‑call as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

• Education:
  
  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Experience:
  
  Completion of an apprenticeship program or recognized status as a Power Plant Technician – Gas Turbine.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Interpersonal and Communication:
    Ability to follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative relationships; work independently or on a team; make decisions affecting safe operation without direct supervision.
  • Technical and Analytical:
    Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools used in maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plants; basic electricity and electronics; mechanical and hydraulic principles; mathematics including basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry; record‑keeping and reporting procedures; hazards and safety procedures; water treatment principles and systems; fuels and fuel handling; chemicals; emission testing; fire protection systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; keep records and prepare reports; read and interpret electrical, electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and civil drawings; work under pressure and make critical decisions during plant interruptions or emergencies.

• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
• Must furnish own hand tools.
• Must be able to respond quickly to emergency call.
• Classification will be required to work a scheduled on‑call period and must respond to their primary workstation within thirty (30) minutes of the call out.
• Primary workstations include the Almond Power Plant, the Walnut Power Plant, or other assigned power plant.
• Must obey all applicable traffic laws when responding to a call out.
• May be assigned to work 8, 10 or 12 hour rotating shift schedules, including weekends.

Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition, age (over 40), and marital status. Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals. Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License.

Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop. Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.