Summary

This position will plan and direct power plant maintenance, managing work to be completed in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner to support both daily operations and long-term reliability. 

Essential Functions

1. Plan and manage maintenance work; schedule crew(s), parts, supplies, tools, and transportation; review and update status of projects.

2. Develop, implement, and manage assigned areas within the computerized maintenance management system. 

3. Maintain and manage maintenance records, train personnel in utilization of the system.

4. Initiate repairs and requisition materials.

5. Manage maintenance associated with power generation and balance of plant equipment.

6. Plan and prepare budget forecasts for maintenance and projects.

7. Plan and maintain a maintenance forecasting schedule for major maintenance and projects; work across functional divisions for coordination and planning.

8. Coordinate with Operations Manager(s) and respond to requests for corrective maintenance.

9. Manage and coordinate contractors performing work on and off site.

10. Develop and manage inspection schedules.

11. Prepare, review, and approve appropriate documents, records, work orders and reports. 

12. Draft, review and manage reports for overhauls and complete annual inspection checklists.

13. Document equipment failures and perform root cause analysis; formulate solutions to minimize recurrence.

14. Maintain maintenance history of equipment to include documentation of implementations.

15. Assist in maintenance support contracts including development of work scope, quality assurance, change management, and cost control.

16. Observe and enforce safety rules and practices, encourage safe work behaviors, and promptly correct conditions and unsafe activities.

17. Develop formal procedures and checklists to reduce errors, provide standardization, and improve Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC) and training.

18. Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations. 

19. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

• Plant Manager: Report to, receive direction, guidance and decisions from.

• Operations Manager: Coordinate with, exchange and provide information. 

External

• Bargaining Unit Representatives

• Repair Facilities: Communicate with and coordinate work.

• Consulting Firms and Manufacturers: Coordinate with and exchange information.

• Local Vendors: Consult with.

Competencies

1. Knowledge of industrial turbines and associated auxiliary equipment.

2. Knowledge of heavy lift rigging, vibration analysis and rotating machine balancing. 

3. Knowledge of welding and machining.

4. Ability to maintain organization and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

5. Ability to manage cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.

6. Ability to be self-motivated and function efficiently with little or no supervision.

7. Ability to interpret and apply complex Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s), schematics, technical letters, and vendor manuals.

8. Knowledge of project management principals with ability to effectively execute a project from planning to completion.

9. Knowledge of gas turbines (aero derivative and frame), steam turbines, hydro turbines, and plant auxiliary systems.

10. Must be able to train, mobilize and motivate a safe and efficient workforce.

11. Demonstrated ability to organize workflow and effectively utilize resources. 

12. Effective written and oral communication skills. 

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibility for plant maintenance personnel.

Work Environment 

This is a field position at plant sites. Work may be assigned to a remote site as required to complete projects or assume similar duties. Travel may require use of a company vehicle, fixed-wing or helicopter aircraft. Some evening and weekend work may be required, including infrequent periods of around-the-clock work during emergencies and equipment testing. Occasional work in excess of a normal workday may be required. Schedule and base location may be modified due to changes in Chugach business plans and/or maintenance needs at other facilities.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

• Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

• 401K Plan
• Defined Benefit (Pension)
• Retirement Investment services
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

• 20 days vacation for first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• MetLife Will Preparation

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex role or related field (above the 5-year minimum) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.