Power Plant Operator/Test & Conditioning Technician

FuelCell Energy • Full-time • Torrington, Connecticut, United States • $32 / hour • 4m ago

Overview:

We are looking for a Test & Conditioning Technician to join our Test & Conditioning team.

Responsibilities:

This position is a key role in the final stages of our manufacturing process helping to ensure that our fuel cells perform in accordance within our specifications and are ready for shipment to the customer. This is a multifaceted position that is both rewarding and challenging. The Technician will be installing the fuel cell to the balance of plant, operating and maintaining a variety of equipment within the balance of plant, and monitoring the heat-up and cool-down process of the fuel cell.

This role performs integration of fuel cell modules including but not limited to conditioning the new fuel cell, monitoring the startup operation, and preparing the module for shipment to the customer:

Monitors the heat-up and cool-down process of a fuel cell by using a HMI, trends, and work instructions.
Responds to plant alarms and performs corrective actions to ensure plant operation.
Performs all required checks and line-ups prior to starting the heat-up process.
Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
Tests and troubleshoots assemblies including final systems.
May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing.
Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
Assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.
Operates mobile equipment including forklifts, 60-ton Overhead Bridge Crane and other mechanical assisted lifting devices.
Maintains physical outdoor work site.
Places orders parts and materials used in the operations.
Inputs data into ERP and Work management software.
Assists in writing procedures and other technical documents.
Performs predictive and emergent maintenance activities.
Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience required. Technical diploma or degree preferred.

Experience: 4 years of experience in a technical field or relevant industry experience, including but not limited to:

Electrical related military experience (i.e. US Navy Nuclear Power Plant Operator, Electronics Technician, Gas Turbine Operator, Electrical Technician GSE, and Mechanical Technician GSM.)
HVAC or Electrician certification experience (i.e. HVAC technician, electrician, electronics technician, field service technician, etc.)
Power Plant operations and Maintenance experience

Ideal candidate must have:

Strong technical knowledge and the ability to perform maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and operation of conditioning facility and site equipment.
Proven ability to be self-directed as well as be a team player, with the ability to work independently and communicate clearly.
Ability to use basic office equipment including a computer.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Must be willing to work 12 hour shifts, rotating between days and nights, including weekends and holidays.
Must be willing and able to be on call for 24/7 support when a Conditioning unit is under operations on a rotating basis.
Some travel between the Torrington and Danbury facilities may be required.
Works both in climate controlled and uncontrolled environments; must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.
Frequently required to lift, push, pull and place up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
Be able and willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirator, and other PPE as required.
Routinely performs tasks that require full range of motion with both hands/arms. Motions include circular, up and down, back and forth, side to side and overhead.
Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 per hour

Benefits: