Union COGEN Mechanical

Job Title: Union COGEN Mechanical

Department: Operations Department

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Summary Performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist and participate in routine inspections and make modifications to LFG engines, diesel generators, and associated equipment.
• Perform load testing on units to identify potential problems.
• Make electrical and mechanical wiring modifications to Land Fill Gas control circuits.
• Rebuild and repair LFG compressors (turbochargers) used for forced induction of IC engines, head gaskets, seals, water pumps, catalytic converters, torque heads, belts and hoses.
• Conduct automatic and manual transfer tests of simulated power outages to ensure generators are functioning properly.
• Test batteries, fuel coolant, and oil; ship oil samples for analysis.
• Transport and dispose hazardous materials.
• Other related duties may also be performed.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Basic electrical, mechanical, thermal, and hydraulic principles and practices.
• Engine Control systems & other program logic controls that are associated with IC power generation.
• Lockout/tagout Procedures.
• Appropriate electrical and mechanical personal protective equipment (PPE).
• IC Diesel or other gaseous LFG engines.
• Technique in tracking, transporting, and disposing hazardous materials.
• Rigging standards and principles of safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects.
• Computer technology.

Skill in:

• Interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Identifying and repairing problems with engine control systems.
• Interpreting schematic diagrams and wiring.
• Rigging for the handling of heavy objects.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems.
• Maintaining records manually and electronically.

Ability to:

• Read electrical and mechanical drawings and prints.
• Use electrical testing and calibration equipment to include but not limited to: Digital-Volt-OHM-
• Meters (DVOM), Mega-ohmmeters, Oscilloscopes, Power Quality Meters, and Loop Calibrators.
• Use calibrated mechanical tools to include but not limited to: torque wrenches, dial indicators,
• micrometers, and vacuum and pressure manometers.
• Rebuild engines.
• Interpret and analyze characteristics of oil samples.
• Record and track the transporting of materials.
• Rig and handle heavy objects.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts.

Other Qualifications: Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include off-shift hours and weekend assignments. Must be able to operate a forklift, light truck and other related motorized equipment. Willingness to work overtime. Must have a valid driver's license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Experience working on either Diesel or Gas Engines
• General Automotive Mechanical Experience
• Generator Mechanics/Electrical trouble shooting

Experience:

• Eight years of verifiable experience as a skilled worker (preferred), with knowledge in industrial building maintenance trades. Must have knowledge of manual and electrical hand tools.
• Experience in the general maintenance, servicing, and repair of diesel and gas engines and other electrical
• systems related to light and heavy duty machinery and mechanical equipment.

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• Experience in the general maintenance, servicing, and repair of diesel and other gaseous IC engines and other electrical systems related to light and heavy-duty machinery and equipment.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity is necessary. Employee will need to be able to:

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

• Making observation of electrical circuits and controls.
• Operating assigned equipment.
• Communicating with others.

Maintain physical conditions appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:

• Moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work in confined spaces.

Under general supervision, the Generator Technician performs a variety of skilled and technical tasks in the inspection, repair, preventive, and corrective maintenance and modification on Internal Combustion (IC) engines, diesel generators, and other IC gaseous engines; tests, replaces or adjusts engine components such as valves, pistons, bearings, emissions systems, and other related systems; and, interprets schematic wiring and modifies Land Fill Gas (LFG) control circuits.

JOB CODE: 4977