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Posted: 23-Sep-24
Location: Somerset, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 5140
EKPC Company Information
Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.
As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.
EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6.5% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4.5%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.
For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc
EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
No Expiration Date
This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.
Key Roles
Ensures the reliability and integrity of all plant processes and equipment through proper implementation and communication of troubleshooting and mechanical maintenance system procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs preventive maintenance and major/minor repairs on all plant equipment of a mechanical nature.
- Ensures all equipment requiring repair or maintenance is properly secured, isolated and tagged before work begins.
- Inspects plant equipment for condition and operational status.
- Fabricates scaffolding, high rigging and others, as maintenance and repair assignments require.
- Maintains electric hydraulic control system.
- Assists with specifying and ordering of maintenance materials and supplies.
- Assists with preparation of monthly maintenance reports.
- Assists with training and development of new or less experienced sectional staff.
- Provides assistance to other work groups when needed.
Key Requirements
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent. Additional mechanical related education and training preferred.
Experience:
- Three (3) years of related mechanical maintenance experience preferred. Demonstrated experience in operating and maintaining shop equipment and tools.
Skills and Abilities:
- Must have the ability to read and understand blue prints, schematic drawings, diagrams, and instruction manuals.
- Must possess an effective working knowledge of plant maintenance and equipment and record keeping related to the maintenance system.
- Must be able to properly use a wide variety of hand tools, measuring instruments, etc.
- Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as man lift, forklift, and trucks.
Competencies
- Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Contributing to Team Success
- Decision Making
- Work Standards
Working Conditions
- On-call position; must have residential telephone and live within one and a half (1.5) hours of plant; must have a valid driver’s license.
- May require work outside of normal hours. Non-scheduled overtime is a normal part of the job.
Regular lifting up to 100 lbs. and occasional lifting over 100 lbs. and work at heights on ladders, gratings, and platforms. - Work environment conditions include: noise, heat in excess of 100 degrees, gas emissions, chemical vapors, dust, high-pressure lines & high voltage equipment.
- Must pass an aptitude and physical ability test, and follow procedures for wearing personal protective equipment.
- Must be medically certified to wear respiratory protection.
- Must be able to appropriately don a respirator which would include no facial hair at the sealing surface.