Environmental Instrument Technician

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

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.

This position assists with the duties associated in the operation and maintenance of the Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment and the Landfill Emissions Monitoring equipment. The role assists power plant staff in identifying potential emissions issues and promptly communicates the need for corrective action to appropriate staff. Additionally, the position supports air quality compliance and environmental reporting for power plants and landfill operations by documenting quality assurance activities, assisting with Compliance Stack Testing, and participating in Relative Accuracy Test Audits.

• Performs daily calibration error checks on Continuous Emission Monitoring systems for all power plants, 365 days per year.
• Performs maintenance on Landfill Emission Monitoring systems for all landfill plants.
• Performs recordkeeping for state and EPA air quality reporting to ensure compliance with current regulations.
• Provides assistance in installing and maintaining all environmental monitoring equipment.
• Performs environmental instrument repairs on electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and chemical systems.
• Researches, maintains, and modifies equipment, electronic circuits, communication systems, computer systems, and networks to support operation of existing hardware.
• Maintains a current configuration of all Continuous Emission Monitoring equipment and landfill equipment to comply with current regulations.
• Upgrades environmental software and makes software changes required for proper reporting.
• Coordinates with vendors and contractors to schedule on-site repairs for HVAC equipment and pipeline gas sampling and analysis.
• Provides environmental reports to EKPC staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Associate's degree in a related area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of related experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read and interpret schematics of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of continuous emissions monitoring software preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic test equipment (e.g., oscilloscope, frequency counter, and volt-ohm meter).
• Knowledge of air quality testing methods preferred.
• Knowledge of air quality regulatory requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic and electrical troubleshooting techniques.
• Proficient oral, written, and listening communication skills with the ability to present technical information to a wide range of audiences.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with personnel throughout the organization, including external contacts.
• Ability to plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate assigned work activities.
• Thorough data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to communicate thoroughly and in a timely manner with leadership and peers.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and adhere to deadlines.
• Thorough documentation and recordkeeping abilities.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Initiating Action
• Contributing to Team Success
• Safety Awareness
• Adaptability

• Work is often performed outside with environmental demands including dust, fumes, noise, heights, and slippery or unstable surfaces. Regular lifting of objects weighing twenty (20) pounds and occasional lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Occasional overtime and overnight travel, including twenty-four (24) hour call out.
• 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.
• Must maintain a valid driver¿s license.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.

This position with be mainly located at Cooper Station (Somerset, KY) but will also be covering other locations as needed.