Posted: 12-Nov-25
Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 5323
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
This position is responsible for performing all duties necessary to maintain and repair landfill gas engine/generators and solar fields, plant related equipment, facility, and grounds.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitors, operates, and controls landfill gas engine/gensets and auxiliary equipment, and takes appropriate action to maintain normal equipment and system operation.
- Maintains and performs required maintenance of landfill gas engines/generator sets, switchgear, motor control centers, fuel skid, and related equipment.
- Maintains and performs required maintenance of solar arrays, combiner boxes and controls, recombiner boxes, inverters, cabling, structures, panels, and supporting equipment.
- Performs major repairs and overhaul of equipment, and provides similar support at other landfill locations as needed.
- Collects, reports, and maintains data related to Title V Air Permit.
- Installs, calibrates, and tests instruments (e.g., microprocessors, gas chromatograph, pressure, temperature, flow and level transmitters, air monitoring equipment, data recorders, and alarm systems).
- Ensures compliance with lockout/tagout and all other safety procedures.
- Responds to plant fault alarms, shutdowns, trips, and outages on a 24/7 basis to restore facility and equipment to normal operations.
- Performs repairs on electronic components and sub-assemblies.
- Performs setup, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
- Documents test and repair results in EKPC CMMS.
- Responsible for managing the plant budget, staying within budget limits, and ordering maintenance materials and supplies.
- May act as the technical interface with other departments.
- Conducts plant tours.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Key Requirements
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Additional specialized technical courses or training in plant equipment, maintenance, and operational related fields preferred.
Experience:
- Four (4) years of related experience. Experience in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gas or diesel engines preferred. Previous experience in industrial maintenance program desirable. Strong mechanical and electrical understanding preferred.
- Experience with test equipment and instrumentation required.
- Knowledge of solar field operation, controls, and components.
Skills and Abilities:
- Understands and follows all safety requirements.
- Ability to perform advanced electro/mechanical assembly tasks.
- Knowledge of software and firmware, electrical circuits, and interrelated systems and testing. Component identification and the ability to read technical assembly documentation and schematics required.
- Must be able to read, understand, and apply schematic diagrams, blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
- Working knowledge of test equipment (e.g., voltage, amp, ohm meter, manometers, torque wrenches).
- Proven ability to program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs from various manufacturers (Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Wago, Automation Direct, and EZ Automation).
- Ability to troubleshoot and configure engine and generator controls, air-fuel ratio controls, voltage regulators, and industrial solar inverters.
- Thorough knowledge of SCADA equipment and communications, including experience with protocols like Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, OPC, UA, and J1939.
- Ability to modify graphics screens and logic.
- Proficient using various software for programming, troubleshooting, and documentation (Office, Adobe, Caterpillar ET, RSLogix, Unity Pro, Codesys, Factory Talk View, and EasyBuilder Pro.
- Knowledge and understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) practices.
- Technical knowledge of solar inverter operation required.
- Experience applying photovoltaic theory, performing electronic testing, and troubleshooting.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization, including external contacts.
- Provides thorough and timely communication to leadership and peers.
- Proficient verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including public speaking.
- Proficient documentation and organization skills.
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates high level of initiative with the ability to prioritize work, manage time, and adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to independently assess complex technical problems, recommend options, and implement solutions.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Competencies
- Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Initiating Action
- Decision Making
- Planning and Organizing
Working Conditions
- Solar - works primarily in an outdoor environment, occasionally at night, fast-paced and subject to inclement weather. Many tasks are repetitive in motion and include the use of electronic assembly equipment. Daily or extended travel to work sites should be expected. Extended hours may be required to complete scheduled repairs.
- Plant - works in an electric generating facility with conditions including extreme temperatures, dust, and noise levels which may require hearing protection devices.
- Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
- Non-scheduled overtime is a normal part of the job.
- Must be medically certified to wear respiratory protection.
- Must be able to appropriately don a respirator.
- On-call position requiring a telephone. Must reside within one (1) hour of assigned plant facility.
- Must maintain valid driver’s license.
- Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.