Job Title:  Plant Electrician Senior

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Plant Electrician Senior

• Job Code: 127964

• Grade:  Technical 41

JOB SUMMARY

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• All other duties as assigned.

• Repairs, inspects and maintains turbine/generator and turbine/generator auxiliaries.

• Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries.

• Operates various industrial equipment (i.e. forklifts).

• Repairs, inspects and maintains coal handling equipment and auxiliaries and plant elevators, if applicable.

• Performs layout work.

• Reads, interprets and maintains revisions on electrical schematics, drawings and prints.

• Performs general craft tasks and uses power and hand tools.

• Performs electrical maintenance activities to power plant electrical systems up to and including 24Kv.

• Act as lead in switching procedure.

• Direct Switchgear Inspections and Maintenance for both Low & Medium Voltages.

• Survey Electrical Job sites, make list of materials, create conduit and cable runs to connect new equipment.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust all limits in Motor Operated Valves.

• Troubleshoot, diagnosis, and make repairs of Plant motors, controls, and Drives.

• Continually seeks process improvements that have value and increases productivity.

• Acquires knowledge and understanding of basic plant principals and processes.

• Mentor Switchman Trainees.

• Perform Generation Maintenance Switching in a Lead role.

• Maintains environmental control systems (i.e. precipitators).

• Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.

• Utilizes SAP/PM module for equipment history and input confirmation text of work performed.

• Complies with all safety and regulatory requirements, both internal and external.

• Programs and maintains programmable logic controllers (PLC) and recorders.

• Operates, sets-up and utilizes various testing equipment (i.e. analog/digital multimeters, VOM/Ammeter, AMP probe, megger, phase rotation meter, breaker and relay test sets, oscilloscope, high voltage tester, low resistance Ohm meter, etc.).

• Maintains and inspects switchgear, station power batteries, transformers, AC/DC motors and controls and plant electrical distribution systems.

• Performs and understands rigging and lifting procedures to access components.

• Troubleshoot valve problems and instruct others on the Safe set up, testing, and operation of MOV’s.

• Assist with Motor Operated Valve wiring and set up.

• Assist with Generator testing and inspections.

• Direct the disassembly and Inspection of connection hardware for the Main Generator, Iso Phase Buss, and Main Power Transformer.

• Assist with Emergency Bearing Oil Pump Test and Yearly Battery Test.

• Assist with Generator Protective Circuit testing (Interlock Checks).

REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's Degree in a technical discipline, And 5 years experience in a technical field; Or

• High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in a technical field; Or

• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And 6 years experience in a technical field.

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

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

• May require travel.

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

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

• Required to work in a multi-craft crew including Mechanics, Electricians, Insulators, Instrument & Controls Technicians, Helpers and Machinist who work together to support the operations of the plant.

• May be required to cross-train in various crafts and operation departments at various times of the year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS

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

• Constantly:Lifting up to 50 lbs

• Constantly:Carrying up to 50 lbs

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• 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;

• Performing firefighting duties – Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;

• 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;

• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated ability to learn semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks.

• 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, diagnose problems, and resolve effectively.

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

• Demonstrated knowledge of print reading and revisions.

• Knowledge of the safe disassembly and assembly of the Main Generator, Exciter, and all connecting systems.

• Ability to transfer loads or Reserves without power interruptions.

• Knowledge of Generator assembly and disassembly process.

• Able to identify problem areas with Generation equipment.

• Knowledge of the location and function of Protective Relaying for Plant.

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

• Up-to-date knowledge of Switching Procedures and current process.

• Assist with Switchman’s Training.

• Administer Switchman’s OJT.

• Demonstrated Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.

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

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.

• Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with company policies and operation procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to understand plant and equipment 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.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• 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.

SALARY RANGE

$73,944 - $92,352