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About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal is a KKR-backed next-generation Independent Power Producer (IPP) operating across the United States, Latin America, Europe and Africa. The company manages a diversified portfolio of nearly 6 GW of renewable generation, flexible thermal power and battery energy storage assets, providing reliable, dispatchable power solutions that support the transition to a more electrified and sustainable future.

ContourGlobal is transforming into a predominantly renewable power platform through the decarbonization of its thermal fleet and the development of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage projects. Leveraging its in-house development, engineering and operational capabilities, the company currently has more than 2 GW of renewable and BESS projects under construction and approximately 15 GW in development.

Building on its advanced commercial and energy management capabilities, ContourGlobal partners with utilities, industrial customers and digital infrastructure operators to deliver tailored power solutions through long-term contracts, corporate PPAs and powered-land solutions that shorten time-to-market for data center developments. 

We are looking for

Operations & Maintenance Technician

Based in Bakersfield, California

Job Summary:

As Operations & Maintenance Technician, you will join our Operations team! In this role, you will report to the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor. You will be responsible for monitoring the status of all plant equipment and systems on a continuous basis and responding to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and executes plant shutdown and start-up procedures as required.  You will assure that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and efficient manner. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

Key Responsibilities:

Health and safety

• Have a strong working knowledge of the ContourGlobal Health & Safety Management System and its respective safe work practices, i.e., Permit to Work, Management of Change, Contractor Safety etc.
• Coach and mentor facility employee through engagement on proper safety behaviors, use of the ContourGlobal Management System and its respective expectations and through on-going participation of in Health & Safety activities i.e., inspection, incident investigation and visible felt leadership.
• Verify job tasks are adequately reviewed prior to initiating work and when changes occur in the work environment or tasks requirements.
• Ensure all Incidents and potential adverse events (i.e., Near Misses) are quickly communicated to Plant leadership and Health & Safety site/regional support.

Main Duties

• Perform routine rounds of the facility inspecting all machinery thoroughly for potential malfunctions and/or failures.
• Maintain all logs and records as required to record complete operating conditions for the facility; report any irregularities to the shift supervisor.
• Maintain safe and economical control of all facility equipment as directed.
• Start-up and secure equipment under normal and emergency situations, from the DCS or the field.
• Perform facility water chemistry tests and control treatment chemicals within recommended limits.
• Regenerate the pressure filters, softeners, and demineralizer system when necessary.
• Adjust equipment, as required, for maintaining safe and efficient operation of the Facility.
• Operate manually, if necessary, any facility equipment.
• Perform maintenance work as needed within individual skills and ability and perform simple or complex maintenance work, up to capabilities, as assigned.
• Perform routine and complex maintenance work on a variety of electrical power delivery and control devices, such as motor controllers, variable speed drives, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.
• Operate heavy equipment, including a boom truck, forklift, flatbed pickup truck, and/or other utility vehicles.
• Operate the station overhead crane and perform routine and non-routine rigging work.
• Assist in the implementation and upkeep of the overall preventative maintenance and spare parts inventory tracking system.
• Comply with all facility environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Identify hazardous and/or unsafe conditions or work practices; notify supervisor and take action to correct as required.
• Assist in scheduled and forced outage maintenance work and assist in scheduling of outages, work planning, and spare parts procurement.
• Complete other tasks, as assigned by Operations& Maintenance Supervisor. Physical requirements include standing on feet for extended periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting fifty (50) pounds.
• Protective equipment, such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, and others, are required to be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.
• This position requires working twelve (12)-hour rotating shifts, with the possibility of overtime, weekend, and holiday work; as required by schedules, workloads, and Plant conditions.
• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Driving on company business is a requirement of this position and as such, the incumbent shall have and maintain a valid driver's license.

Continuous improvement

• Effectively use the organizational framework to capture, implement, and reward improvement initiatives.
• Encourage the team members to identify and initiate improvements and innovations that will enhance the maintenance department safety and reliability, work productivity, cost reduction, and quality of client service.

Qualifications and Skills:

Your profile is a natural match if you have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required and a minimum of two (2) years operations.
• Ability to understand procedures and instructions, specific to the area of assignment.
• Maintenance experience in a process manufacturing or power production setting.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain a power plant and related auxiliary equipment.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
• Must have excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with others and be self-directed.
• Ability to use most common computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, etc. is desirable.
• Strong mechanical skills and the ability to perform routine maintenance on other electrical control equipment such as protective relays voltage regulators, inverters, battery charges, and crane controls is preferred.

Our Values

• We is our greatest asset
• We respect and protect the environment
• We are doers, committed to doing things right
• We act with integrity and transparency
• We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

Working@CG:

• As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!
• We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.
• Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.
• We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.
• We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Travel Requirements - None.

Hourly rate: $25.76 - $38.64/hour, depending on experience

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.