Job responsibilities:
· Performs and/or assists in the maintenance of the equipment at the Coal Creek Converter Station such as instrumentation, control, protections, monitoring, networking, thyristor valves, water treatment, heating and cooling, AC and DC power systems, fire protection, security system, building equipment, structure and associated equipment.
· Perform and/or assists in the installation, testing, checkout of new Coal Creek Converter Station equipment such as instrumentation, control, protections, monitoring, networking, thyristor valves, water treatment, heating and cooling, AC and DC power systems, fire protection, building equipment, structure and associated equipment.
· Develops and updates maintenance procedures along with maintaining equipment records in area of responsibility.
· Performs all other related duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor or foreperson.
Qualifications:
· A two-year technical degree/diploma in electrical/computer/electronics related courses is required.
· A minimum of three years of instrumentation or relaying related experience in the electric utility industry is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· Knowledge of AC and DC circuits including Ohm's law.
· Knowledge of power, current and voltage transformers.
· Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment.
· Knowledge of safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
· Knowledge of AC power measurement, familiarity with inductance, capacitance, and power factor.
· Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
· Knowledge of data networks.
· Knowledge of HVDC rectifier and inverter operation.
· Knowledge of communication networks.
· Skilled at effective communication that includes good interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication.
· Skill and ability to use personal computers and related software including test equipment software, asset management software, Windows-based programs, and email.
· Skill and ability to maintain various types of mechanical equipment.
· Skill and ability to read circuit diagrams, prints and drawings.
· Ability to distinguish colors on wires, control panels, and equipment.
· Ability to learn to perform "switching personnel" duties when required.
· Ability to coordinate work or tasks and delegate if needed to appropriate personnel.
· Ability to be self-motivated and be able to work alone without direct supervision.
· Ability and responsibility to ensure security procedures are followed including immediate notification of potential incidents.
· Ability to work safely alone and with others while following GRE safety rules, certifications and procedures.
· Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and perform the essential functions of the job.
Read the full posting.Great River Energy
North Dakota United States
www.greatriverenergy.com/
