Job Title: Gas Turbine Technician
Location: Zeeland
Functional Area: Utility Operations – Gas
Employment Level: Laborer (Skilled/Unskilled)
Requisition #: 50983046
Apply By: 07/25/2016
Department Summary
Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of the power facility while assigned on shift. Operates, maintains,
troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical equipment, electrical equipment and instrumentation. This equipment includes, but
is not limited to the gas turbine, steam turbine, generators, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), air compressors,
water treatment equipment, demineralizers, motors, pumps, diesel generators and other auxiliary equipment. Strictly
adheres to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to protect employees and public safety.
Job Description/Responsibilities
• Supports the O&M Manager in the proper operation of the combined cycle generating facility with minimal guidance or
assistance. Competently operates and maintains all plant equipment. Capable of operating plant equipment locally via
PLC panel interfaces. Communicates plant issues and keeps O&M Manager fully informed of plant operations, unusual
conditions, and faulty equipment.
• Fully supports the use of a computerized maintenance management system (SAP) by displaying a proficiency in using
the system, entering data consistent with fellow employees and dedication to the facility maintenance philosophy.
Thoroughly records equipment problems in SAP via notifications and documents maintenance actions taken on work
order forms. Handles corrective maintenance and preventive maintenance work orders in a timely and high quality
manner. Shows diligence in documenting spare parts usage and re-ordering.
• Reads meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature of equipment, vibration of equipment,
hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels to verify operating conditions. Visually inspects and listens to equipment at
periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• Provides detailed status of plant conditions to fellow gas turbine technicians at shift turnover.
• Perform water chemistry analysis on HRSGs and cooling tower systems. Ensure water chemistry is within proper control
ranges. Make adjustments to water chemistry, as needed, by controlling chemical feed and/or blow down rates. Work with
plant chemist and water treatment vendor to properly monitor overall chemistry program.
• Operate demineralized water system in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer and plant procedures.
Monitor demineralized water system to ensure quality is within acceptable limits.
• Uses facility operating procedures and equipment technical manuals to operate, maintain and repair facility equipment
and ensure equipment is operated within acceptable parameters.
• Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, replacing valve packing, gaskets, valves, gauges, etc. and cleaning,
replacing, oiling and lubricating other component parts and equipment as required.
• Opens and closes valves as required for proper system operation and mechanical isolation. Opens and closes circuit
breakers as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.
• Performs capital project and/or major program responsibilities as assigned by Plant Management.
• Sets up and operates various tools and instruments to repair parts and equipment. Operates welding and cutting
equipment.
• Diagnoses cause of mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment. Repair, replace, dismantle and examine
defective parts along with lubricating and cleaning parts.
• Uses test equipment to calibrate and repair plant instrumentation and electrical circuits.
• Assist in troubleshooting and inspecting programmable logic controllers, plant control systems and distributive control
systems including control card replacement and wiring terminations.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected
veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
• Assist with repairs of plant instrumentation and plant equipment.
• Identify and resolve Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) problems. Assist in performing calibrations and
gas bottle change outs.
• Reads, understands and complies with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs. Assists with compliance
of all plant environmental permits.
• Work shift hours, overtime, and irregular hours as needed to support reliable operation of the facility.
• Performs general housekeeping and continuous improvement of the facility. Maintains the cleanliness of all areas of the
plant.
• Support and adhere to Consumers Energy Code of Conduct.
This position will be located at Zeeland Generating Station.
Requirements/Qualifications
• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2 + years of mechanical, instrumentation and electrical equipment knowledge required
The following skills and experience may set you apart from other:
• Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college to technical school
• Demonstrates knowledge of all facets of power plant operations.
• Demonstrates the ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to do walking, reaching, climbing, and stooping and lifting (up to 75 pounds)
Position will be filled at the appropriate salary grade based upon the selected candidate's skills and experience.
Essential Functions
Operates, maintains and troubleshoots electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment for plant systems in a safe and
environmental compliant condition. Reads meters, gauges, or automatic devices to record data such as temperature of
equipment, vibration of equipment, hours of operation, pressure, and fluid levels to verify operating conditions. Visually
inspects and listens to equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
Make adjustments to water chemistry, as needed, by controlling chemical feed and/or blow down rates. Work with plant
chemist and water treatment vendor to properly monitor overall chemistry program. Uses facility operating procedures
and equipment technical manuals to operate, maintain and repair facility equipment and ensure equipment is operated
within acceptable parameters. Uses test equipment to calibrate and repair plant instrumentation and electrical circuits.
Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, replacing valve packing, gaskets, valves, gauges, etc. and cleaning, replacing,
oiling and lubricating other component parts and equipment as required. Opens and closes valves as required for proper
system operation and mechanical isolation. Opens and closes circuit breakers as required for proper system operation
and electrical isolation. Assist in troubleshooting and inspecting programmable logic controllers, plant control systems
and distributive control systems including control card replacement and wiring terminations. Consults with supervisors,
peers, and plant staff to review assigned area needs, discuss problems, prioritize work, and provide technical expertise
Hours and Travel
Minimal travel required. Shift work schedule with occasional overtime and irregular hours as needed to support reliable
operation of the facility.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
sit; stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and
reach with hands and arms. Must be able to stand and walk for periods of up to and beyond eight hours in all kinds of
weather; snow, mud, dirt water, ice, etc. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee must
frequently lift and move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and move up to seventy-five pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected
veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Company Overview
Join a diverse and dynamic team that makes and delivers the most valuable services in the world: electricity and natural
gas. At Consumers Energy, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our employees work around the clock to
provide service to our customers in honor of our history and to fulfill our promise to Michigan - Count on Us! Consumers
Energy, the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy and headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, provides natural gas and
electricity to nearly 6.8 million of the Michigan's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected
veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.