Power Plant Operator/Rover - Bradley Lake

Homer Electric Association (HEA) is a member-owned electric utility serving the central and southern areas of the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. We are seeking a Power Plant Operator/Rover at our Bradley Lake Facility to join our team. We truly believe in the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation and commitment to community and a successful candidate will have an opportunity to directly impact these values.

This position is located at the Bradley Lake Facility which is a remote location. HEA will provide weekly flights to and from the facility to Homer, Alaska. Fully furnished living quarters are provided onsite. The work schedule included is 8 days on and 6 days off shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for monitoring Power Plant operations; performing maintenance activities as scheduled and as required.
• Responding to plant alarms, determining the cause, and rectifying as appropriate.
• Operating equipment as needed to support the Power Plant operation.
• Maintaining plant equipment logs and records and provide input for development of maintenance schedules.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have advanced technical training in gas, steam, or hydro turbine operation and maintenance.
• Five (5) years of work experience specific to the operations and maintenance of power generation facilities.
• Ideal candidates would be able to demonstrate a strong background in Hydro Plant operations.
• Background as a commercial electrician is highly regarded.
• Background as a Diesel or heavy-duty mechanic or millwright is highly regarded.
• Living on or relocating to the Kenai Peninsula within HEA service area is required (for emergency callout purposes).

REQUIRED LICENSES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must submit a valid Alaska Driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
• Must possess and maintain a current CPR/First Aid card.
• Working knowledge of computers, electronic control, industrial electrical and mechanical systems, pumps, compressors, other auxiliary equipment and be able to apply the knowledge in the daily work practices.
• Working knowledge of demineralized water treatment systems, associated chemical process and control equipment.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills to anticipate, identify and resolve practical problems.
• Must be able to read and comprehend relevant instructions manuals, construction drawings, electrical diagrams and maps.
• Must have the ability to perform linear algebra, conversions, understand and calculate measurements.

HEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Homer Electric Association, Inc. (HEA) is locally owned, and locally managed, and currently employs 139 people from the communities. The Cooperative provides affordable, reliable, quality energy services to its members and is governed by a nine-member elected Board of Directors. With more than 35,000 member accounts and over 2,400 miles of electric line in a 3,166 square mile service territory, members can benefit from the convenience of electric services their cooperative provides.