Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine

The Turlock Irrigation District is hiring a Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine to operate, maintain, and repair combustion turbine-generators and auxiliary systems in Turlock, CA. Responsibilities include monitoring emissions, troubleshooting control systems, performing maintenance on various equipment, and assisting in preventive maintenance. Candidates should have relevant experience and education, with skills in communication, technical analysis, and the ability to work independently or in a team.
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, to perform experienced level skilled work required to safely operate, maintain and repair combustion turbine-generators and auxiliary systems, in compliance with all regulatory requirements, within the District's electric power generating stations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform skilled gas turbine power plant operations which include start-up, parallel and shutdown of the gas turbine generator and auxiliary systems. Evaluate and adjust gas turbine generator operating parameters and balance of plant control systems. Monitor and control emissions in compliance with posted environmental permits. Follow District safety procedures including Lock-out / Tag-out.

Inspect, maintain and repair gas turbine power plants and associated equipment such as; various types of pumps, compressors, hydraulic control systems , lubrication oil systems, cooling water systems, generators and turbines, station batteries, switchgear , water treatment systems, chillers, fans, lift equipment, fuel handling systems, etc using hand, power or pneumatic tools.

Troubleshoot and diagnose plant control systems using specialized test equipment.

Install, test and repair field instrumentation, such as gauges, sensors, transmitters, switches, indicators and automatic control valves.

Operate and maintain various types of water treatment equipment. Perform skilled water chemistry analysis and take corrective action as needed.

Assist in the maintenance and operation of other power plants.

Perform general welding and fabrication work such as gas and arc welding, cutting, drilling, threading, grinding, and machine tool operation.

Maintain a variety of records including those for the appropriate regulatory agencies.

Participate in the preventive maintenance program. Enter and complete work orders, record machine condition, pull required parts from inventory, record parts used and work performed.

Assist in similar activities at other power generating stations.

Perform general maintenance, including painting and cleaning duties to keep equipment, buildings, grounds and work areas clean and safe.

Serve as acting Power Plant Supervisor as assigned.

Respond to emergency situations and be on-call as assigned.

Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills and abilities would be:
Education
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience
Completion of and apprentice program or recognized status as a Power Plant Technician - Gas Turbine.

Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal and Communication.
Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to work independently or on a team, and be able to make decisions which affect the safe operation of the generating facility, without direct supervision.

Technical and Analytical.
Knowledge of: methods, materials, equipment and tools used in the maintenance and operation of gas turbine power plant facilities; basic electricity and electronics; mechanical and hydraulic principles; mathematics including a basic understanding of algebra, geometry and trigonometry; record-keeping and reporting procedures; hazards and safety procedures; water treatment principles and systems; fuels and fuel handling systems; chemicals and chemical handling systems; emission testing; and fire protection systems. Ability to: read and interpret plans and specifications; keep records and prepare reports; and read and interpret electrical, electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and civil drawings. Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions during plant interruptions or other emergencies.

Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.

Must furnish own hand tools.

Must be able to respond quickly to emergency call.

This classification will be required to work a scheduled on-call period.

Employees who are assigned an on-call period must respond to their primary workstation within thirty (30) minutes of the call out. This classification's primary workstations are defined as the Almond Power Plant, the Walnut Power Plant, or other assigned power plant. The on-call employee must obey all applicable traffic laws when responding to a call out.

This classification may be assigned to work and 8, 10 or 12 hour rotating shift schedule and weekends.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score

Written Examination 70%

(Section Weight - 50%)

Oral Interview 70%

(Section Weight - 50%)

Medical Examination

This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification.

Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status.

Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals.

Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License.

Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop.

Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Department, via our web site at www.tid.org.

POSTING

Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Tuesday, February 25, 2025 until Monday, March 10, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 and/or MSPC Section 26.13 for additional wage information.

Written Examination Date(s): To Be Determined after posting closes

Human Resources

(209) 883-8253