Sr Tech Specialist - Mechanical

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Summary:

The Specialist will provide Technical/Non-Technical support related to operations and maintenance of mechanical equipment as part of the System Reliability Group.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

- Provides Technical/Non-Technical support related to operations and maintenance of mechanical equipment as part of the System Reliability group. Types: Solar Turbines, GE Turbines, Cooper, Clark, Waukesha, White, Caterpillar.

- Responsible for the setup and support of the Condition Monitoring Program

- Provides assistance in setting up trend parameters and data interpretation for location personnel to monitor and improve equipment performance.

- Provides periodic assessments to prevent equipment failures.

- Responsible for working with operations and Equipment Techs to develop work scopes for scheduled overhauls and submitting information to Operations.

- Responsibility will include the development of O&M and Capital projects related to compression equipment to include: A.) Identification of Projects, B.) Project Justification, and Overhaul work scopes and overhaul coordination.

- Administers and troubleshoots the databases required to provide the station performance benchmarks and operating statistics.

- Assists in the completion of scheduled mechanical audits.

- Assists with the identification and implementation of best practices.

- Review, develop, implement and enforce mechanical operating procedures.

- Work with vendors and contractors on warranty and equipment performance issues.

- Conduct skill progression verification and Operator Qualification verification to employees in Division.

- Provide feedback to Area Management on field team performance in the Mechanical Discipline

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

Required Education:

- High school diploma or GED

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

- The Specialist/Analyst level requires a HS Diploma and 6+ years of relevant job-related experience

- The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a HS Diploma and 8+ years of relevant job related experience

Preferred Skills:

- Possess a thorough knowledge of operations and maintenance of engines, gas turbines, centrifugal and reciprocating compressors (high and low speed).

- Above-average hardware and software computer skills are necessary to support the equipment in the field that is being utilized to gather the information for trending evaluation.

- Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent human relations skills. In-depth knowledge of Company procedures and Industry-related safety standards, and applicable Federal and State regulations.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills.

- Experience in administering Company-wide programs.

- Above-average analytical skills are needed to identify, evaluate, and assess machinery performance and condition levels utilizing the Condition Monitoring System.

- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

- Knowledge and familiarity with Operating, DOT, and EPA Procedures, Engineering Standards, OSHA, and Safety practices, and routine administrative duties.

- Must be highly motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.

- Possess a desire to advance individual skills (Mechanical) as assigned/required by team within team defined deadlines

- Personal skills are necessary to maintain a good rapport with internal and external customers.

- An engineering degree is helpful but not required.

- Mechanical skills required with a multi-skilled background preferred.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

- Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally

- Driving, walking, and standing frequently

- Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting

- Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment

- Occasional overnight travel may be required

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "