Job description
WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Operator and Maintenance Technician - RICE positions for the Weston RICE Generating station located in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin. These are shift workers on a variable schedule. The schedule will rotate week to week between day and afternoon shifts.
Job Summary
The Operator and Maintenance Technician - RICE ensures the safe, reliable, compliant and economical generation of electricity by inspecting and maintaining reciprocating internal combustion engine (RICE) generating station, auxiliary equipment, structures and grounds during routine, abnormal or emergency conditions. The primary duty is to perform local operation and mechanical maintenance on all equipment and auxiliary systems.
Job Responsibilities
- Maintain RICE generating station in accordance with approved procedures and established targets for safety, plant reliability, availability, output, efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Perform preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance duties on equipment and systems associated with RICE generating stations.
- Operate and use measuring devices and other specialized tools required to maintain RICE generating station.
- Follow all safety related processes and procedures including, but not limited to: energy control; confined space; hot work.
- Perform local operation of RICE generating station by qualifying for operational duties, performing local operational duties, interfacing with Green Bay Remote Operations on operational requirements and responding to call outs.
- Ensure compliance with air permit limits, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans and applicable NERC requirements.
- Operational duties include, but not limited to: inspections of powerhouse, associated equipment, grounds and substations; monitoring operational data; reporting normal and irregular data.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education
- Associate Degree in the area of Electric Power Technology, Industrial Mechanical Maintenance, Electromechanical Technology, Utilities Engineering Technology, Large Engine Mechanic
OR - Equivalent Armed Forces training
OR - Journeyman status in mechanical related field
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Required Experience
- 5 years maintenance experience in an industry that utilizes similar equipment and/or processes.
- 2 years of power generation operational experience or equivalent.
- Valid Drivers License
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with operation of RICE power generation preferred.
- A journeyman card in a mechanical related trade is preferred.
End Date: 01/16/2023
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class.
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