Testing Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

• Job Title: Testing Technician II or Testing Technician I
• Job Code: 127981 or 127980
• Job Grade: 41 or 39

We are hiring for a Testing Technician II or Testing Technician I based on candidates' qualifications. 

Performs Air Emission Compliance Testing and performance testing on Steam Turbines, Generators, Boilers and auxiliary equipment.

• Performs responsibilities with standardized processes. Works under general supervision. Resolves routine questions and problems using basic principles of field. Refers the more complex issues to higher levels. Generally follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job. Some latitude for deviation.

• Assists entry level technicians.
• Performs general tasks of Air Emission Testing under the direction of a Qualified Individual as defined by ASTM-D7036.
• Responsible for properly operating and maintaining the laboratory standards to maintain NIST traceability.
• Responsible for the setup, calibration, quality assurance, and data collection and documentation for other testing to monitor and evaluate plant and/or system performance.
• Supports plant outages working as an instrument and controls technician with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Completes and publishes calibration and testing reports for documentation purposes.
• Responsible for the setup and operation of performance testing equipment for the Process Engineering group, applying industry standards (e.g.
• ASME, ASTM, NFA, ISO, AGA,API, ISA) as applicable.
• Obtain primary authorized employee (PAE) certification under the lock out tag out procedure.
• All other duties as assigned.

Testing Technician II Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in any field and 3 years experience maintaining instrumentation and controls or testing; Or
• High School Diploma/GED and NICET level I or ISA level I certification and 3 years related I&C, industrial controls or equivalent military experience and completion of Field Testing Technician training program; Or
• Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e.Electronics, Engineering Technology, Power Plant Operations, etc.), Or
• High School Diploma/GED and prior military experience at the journey level or one enlistment completed with DD Form 214 - Discharge Papers and Separation Documents, Or
• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years journey level experience in a craft technical/mechanical role).

Testing Technician I Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in any field and 2 years experience maintaining instrumentation and controls or testing; Or
• High School Diploma/GED and NICET level I or ISA level I certification and 2 years related I&C, industrial controls or equivalent military experience and completion of Field Testing Technician training program; Or
• Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e.Electronics, Engineering Technology, Power Plant Operations, etc.), Or
• High School Diploma/GED and prior military experience at the journey level or one enlistment completed with DD Form 214 - Discharge Papers and Separation Documents, Or
• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years journey level experience in a craft technical/mechanical role).

• Ninety percent (90%) or more of time may be spent at customer sites and/or various company work locations (i.e.
• OG&E power plants, Wind generation facilities, Corporate Headquarters, Shawnee Service Center).
• Required frequent travel and overnight stays (i.e. 80 nights per year).
• Required to attend training at various locations (i.e. within Oklahoma and out of state).
• May be required to work in small, enclosed areas, and in dusty conditions.
• May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• May be required to climb ladders and to work at heights up to 250 feet and work at high elevations for extended periods.
• May be required to lift fifty (50) pounds or greater.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include extended consecutive work days, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (i.e. flame retardant clothing, steel toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, fall protection etc.).
• May be required to obtain and maintain certifications.

General Requirements
• Occasionally:Walking
• Occasionally:Sitting
• Occasionally:Pushing
• Occasionally:Pulling
• Occasionally:Stooping
• Occasionally:Kneeling
• Occasionally:Crouching
• Frequently:Standing
• Frequently:Climbing
• Frequently:Balancing
• Frequently:Reaching
• Frequently:Handling
• Frequently:Grasping
• Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Constantly:Repetitive Motions
Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
• Frequently:Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequently:Carrying up to 50 lbs

• This is a DOT Regulated Position - Member will drive a single vehicle, or a truck and trailer combination weighing over 10,001 lbs.
• 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;
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

• Demonstrated strong ability to comply with safety policies and seen as a leader in Incident and Injury Free (IIF).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of test methods from 40 CFR, Part 60 , Appendix A.
• Strong knowledge of fundamental instrumentation and control concepts.
• Strong knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and their application.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance, testing, installation and repair of most types of instrumentation and control components.
• Ability to communicate with individuals at various levels throughout the organization.
• General knowledge and understanding of the Beamex calibrator and database.
• Strong computer skills using MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed electrical and control drawings.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand tools.
• Ability to take on additional responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of plant test codes, equipment requirements, setup, calibration and operation.
• Understands and applies the basic principles and concepts of primary standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) when performing calibration and testing of plant instrumentation.

• DOT Drug Test / Physical
• DOT Driver Qual History - 7 years
• Audiogram Baseline
• 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.

$62,587 - $93,746