O&M Technician

* Job Title: O&M Technician Senior (or) Level II

* Grade: Technical 41(or) Technical 40

* Job Code: 128029 (or) 128028

** This job is being posted across two skill levels (Level II & Senior). Applicants will be considered for the higher of the two levels in which they qualify. **

Responsible for the day to day operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Power Generation facility to include equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, filters, water treatment systems, combustion turbines, and generators.

* Complex responsibilities related to primary focus of job area. Uses best practices and in-depth business knowledge to solve complex problems and improve products or services. May adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of position.

* Reads, interprets, and utilizes all plant drawings to perform daily operations and maintenance activities.

* Completes and publishes calibration and testing reports for documentation purposes.

* Performs required testing of various safety systems such as ESD, fire detection and gas detection systems.

* Effectively and efficiently trouble shoots and maintains all AC/DC control circuits and components.

* Serves as a technical resource to operations personnel and lower technician positions.

* Schedules and coordinates daily activities with peer operations personnel and is able to negotiate scheduling conflicts.

* Performs complex configuration and calibration of process and safety instrumentation utilized in the multitude of processes involved in electrical generation.

* Provides detailed troubleshooting and programming modifications for Programmable Logic Control/Distributed Control Systems and HMI systems.

* Directs, plans and conducts assignments of a complex nature serving in a lead role.

* All other duties as assigned.

* Executes clearance procedures.

* Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.

* Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.

* Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.

* Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.

* Identifies abnormal equipment operations.

* Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.

* Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.

* May act as Operating Authority, as required.

* Operates plant from Control Room or field as needed, with limited to no supervision.

* Monitors, operates and checks equipment.

* Assists in the training and mentoring of less experienced team members.

* Directs activities of craft contractors and vendors.

* Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.

* Performs complex mechanical maintenance.

* Serves as a mentor and assists with training entry level technicians.

* Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.

* Reads and interprets drawings and prints.

* Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.

LEVEL II
* Associate's Degree in a mechanical or technical discipline, And 1 year experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* High School Diploma/GED And 3 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And2 years' experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* High School Diploma/GED And 1 direct plant experience at the same Power Plant and successful completion of Board Review.

* A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical or technical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical or technical experience.

* Experience must include 1 year experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

SENIOR
* Associate's Degree in a mechanical or technical discipline, And 5 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And6 years experience in a mechanical or technical field; Or

* High School Diploma/GED And 2 direct plant experience at the same Power Plant and successful completion of Board Review.

* A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a mechanical or technical field is equivalent to 1 year of mechanical or technical experience.

* Experience must include 3 years experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing.

* May be required to work overtime and weekends and holidays.

* May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call and call-outs.

* May work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment.

* Obtain or maintain obtain required certifications.

* May be required to complete training Process.

* May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground and in confined spaces.

* May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.

* May require travel.

* May be required to lift fifty (50) pounds or more.

General Requirements

* Occasionally:Sitting

* Occasionally:Kneeling

* Occasionally:Crouching

* Occasionally:Crawling

* Occasionally:Grasping

* Occasionally:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

* Occasionally:Repetitive Motions

* Frequently:Walking

* Frequently:Pushing

* Frequently:Pulling

* Frequently:Climbing

* Frequently:Stooping

* Frequently:Reaching

* Constantly:Standing

Lifting & Other Weight Requirements

* Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs

* Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs

* Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.

* The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;

* The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;

* Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;

* The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;

* Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.

* Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.

* Knowledge of basic math.

* Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fitting, etc.).

* Demonstrated ability to understand plant systems/processes.

* Demonstrated ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.

* Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.

* Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.

* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.

* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.

* Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant problems effectively.

* Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.

* Demonstrated strong ability to comply with safety policies and seen as a leader in IIF (Incident and Injury Free).

* Demonstrated knowledge of Auxiliary plant, equipment, systems and processes.

* Demonstrated ability to acquire full understanding of plant operation via the Turbine Control HMI and/or Plant DCS.

* Proficiently use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management.

* Strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers/Distributed Control Systems and Human Machine Interface equipment and the ability to make minor programming changes under engineering guidance.

* Ability to read and interpret detailed instrumentation and control drawings.

* Strong knowledge of fundamental instrumentation and control concepts.

* Strong knowledge of maintenance, testing, installation and repair of many types of instrumentation and control components.

* Ability to communicate with individuals at various levels throughout the organization.

* Basic computer skills using MS Office.

* Demonstrated commitment to an IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.

* Ability to take on additional responsibility.

* Strong knowledge of AC/DC control circuits and components.

* Demonstrated knowledge of lock out tag out (LOTO) and proficiency in all plant systems.

* Pre-Employment Drug Screen

* Pre-Employment Physical

* Audiogram Baseline

* Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety

* Job Specific Physical Assessment

* This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

Level II: $68,578 - $85,717
Senior: $75,046 - $93,746