Capital Power
Operations&MaintenanceTechnician
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“Operations & Maintenance Technician at Capital Power. Skills: safe operation of all plant equipment, troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, operational consistency, compliance with all local, State, and Federal regulations, Preventative Maintenance, continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility. Ensuring the safe operation of all plant equipment throughout various operational situations. Reading meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data”
What You'll Achieve.
safe and efficient operation of a 1092MW Combined Cycle Power Plant; operational consistency across other crews and departments; compliance with all local, State, and Federal regulations, as well as Corporate and Site-specific procedures to protect employees, contractors, community, and the environment; continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting and diagnostic skills; solve equipment, systems, and safety issues; support with troubleshooting operating problems
12-hour rotating shift, assigned as a Power Block Operator or Water Treatment Operator, provide relief duties for the Control Room Operator (if qualified), Outside Operator, and/or Water Treatment Facility Operator as required, work with others and assist in Overtime for other shifts as required, Heavy industrial facility designated as a safety-sensitive location, Physical mobility, including lifting and climbing, and ability to use PPE required, Working Outside, 12 hours rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, clearance of a pre-employment drug test is required, Clearance of a pre-employment medical will also be required, undergo an education verification, reference checks, and criminal record check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Completed High School Diploma required, Must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America
Nice to Have
technical training is an asset, previous operator experience is an asset, any related exposure is helpful, Basic understanding of water systems is an asset, openness to learning water testing, treatment processes, and safe chemical handling, Willingness to learn about turbines, steam generation, plant safety practices, and how to monitor equipment conditions, Interest in learning how to read piping diagrams and understand basic process controls, General interest in the power generation industry and motivation to build foundational knowledge over time
What You'll Do.
Ensuring the safe operation of all plant equipment throughout various operational situations
or automatic devices to record data
and manipulate equipment as directed
Performing Chemical offloads in accordance with written procedures
Communicating issues or non-routine items to the Control Room Operator
Performing plant equipment Lock out Tag out program as directed
Maintaining operational consistency across other crews and departments
Ensuring compliance with all local
and Federal regulations
as well as Corporate and Site-specific procedures
Performing Preventative Maintenance as directed
and logging performance into Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo)
Operating heavy equipment such as a manlift and forklift as required
Performing general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the appearance of the facility as directed
Providing on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas as required
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; work with others; Maintaining relationships with all crews and departments; communicate effectively with co-workers; help foster a positive team environment
Communication Scope
communicate effectively with co-workers
Full Job Description
**A little about Capital Power** Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to _Powering Change by Changing Power_. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America. Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our [North Star](http://www.capitalpower.com/who-we-are/). With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America! **Your Opportunity** One Permanent Full-Time Position. At Capital Power, we offer more than just a job. We provide a platform for you to excel and grow within a dynamic team. Our Harquahala Facility is an innovative Combined Cycle Power Plant that emphasizes world-class operational standards and a balanced approach, and we are seeking an Outside Operations Team Member. If you are a team player, safety minded, motivated, and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations & Maintenance Technicians work as part of a four-person crew on a 12-hour rotating shift, assigned as a Power Block Operator or Water Treatment Operator, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 1092MW Combined Cycle Power Plant under the supervision and direction of a Shift Lead/Control Room Operator. The Operators may be asked to provide relief duties for the Control Room Operator (if qualified), Outside Operator, and/or Water Treatment Facility Operator as required. The Operators must be able to work with others an
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