Energy Plant Technician B Plus

Company: National Grid
Location: New York
Posted on: December 5, 2019

Job Description:

About usJob PurposeUnder the direct supervision of the plant superintendent, be responsible for the coordination and accomplishment of plant maintenance and operation work, perform all duties related to and typically required of a journeyman mechanic. In order to accomplish these tasks, safe, recognized, and industry-wide accepted procedures and techniques will be employed.Pay Rate: $34.63SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):***The job duties listed below will be precursory to all the responsibilities listed under the job description of energy plant technician "C"Be responsible for maintaining a plant log, detailing weather, equipment online, relevant plantconditions and work performed while on watch.Perform hourly equipment (chillers, boilers) rounds [(read thermometers and gauges and record readings). Maintain and store these records for documenting plant history.Perform equipment inspection at the beginning of each shift and record the results. (Maintain and store these documents for future reference.)Perform chemical analysis of all water systems and treat accordingly.Make necessary repairs and maintain the aforementioned systems according to establishedmaintenance schedules and appropriate maintenance functions as indicated by the manufacturer's specifications.Follow supervisory guidelines and good trade practices to minimize breakdowns and other interruptions in service.Report any discrepancies or necessary follow-ups to lead man or manager.Communicate effectively orally and in writing.Effectively perform in a service environment, individually or in teams as well as with other buildingpersonnel.Have the technical and mechanical ability to report to various job sites and perform maintenance tasks and troubleshooting of all systems.Read blue prints and schematics to troubleshoot and diagnose plant conditions.May have minor supervisory duties when a helper is assigned to assist in the work of the mechanic.Inspect and operate air conditioning units (up to 100 tons) and related machinery. Unlimited tonnage when absorption units are used as the primary cooling equipment. This would include the determination that the equipment is functioning properly and within acceptable parameters.Other duties as assigned by supervision.Key AccountabilitiesJob Qualifications:NYC Low Pressure Oil Burner Certificate.NYC Air Compressor & Gases Certificate*EXPERIENCE:* A minimum of 3 years if the promotion is in-house.A minimum of 5 years related experience if hired outside.*EDUCATION:High School Diploma or equivalent.OTHER:Physical demands and working conditions.Shiftwork.Practice Field Assessment Test:http://natgrid.perfprog.com/test/fieldassessment.aspxMore InformationPlease be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to US Department of Transportation ("DOT") safety regulations.National Gridis an equal opportunity employer thatvaluesa broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture ofinclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to bean affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team

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