Electrical/Mechanical Technician

The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District has a full-time employment opportunity for a versatile and motivated Electrical / Mechanical Technician at its Kingsley Hydro/Lake McConaughy location. The District’s success is the result of extraordinary employees who believe in a vision and are dedicated to making Central a leader in the best use of our natural resources for the citizens of the state of Nebraska. We are a leader in effectively managing energy generation and the natural resources for our region and state and want YOU to join our team!

Perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work on all electrical and mechanical equipment associated with canal and dam structures, hydro plants and substations. Requires the understanding of basic electrical circuits as well as electrical and mechanical drawings. Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on generators, turbines and auxiliary equipment located in hydro plants. Analyze problems in electrical and mechanical equipment and determine degree of repair necessary. Work competently and safely around high voltage substation equipment.

The District offers excellent pay and benefits including a retirement plan and insurance. A full job description and an application to apply may be found at: www.cnppid.com/about/careers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide routine maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment in the power plants and the water conveyance control systems and other District facilities.
• Install and test electrical equipment including conduit and wiring.
• Install and test mechanical equipment.
• Provide maintenance of or improvements to physical and structural components in the power plants, the water conveyance systems, and other District facilities.
• Maintain high voltage switchman certification and perform those functions.
• Utilize test equipment to perform routine maintenance and to troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Understand the association between the supervisory control system and the electrical and mechanical equipment it controls. As directed, maintain communications cables, electronic flowmeters, transducers, PLCs and remote terminal unit equipment associated with that supervisory control system.
• Exercise good judgment and courtesy when in contact with the general public, District personnel or others.

Perform other duties as assigned, such as:

• Act as working lead person of a crew when directed by the Hydroelectric Operations Supervisor, ensure employee productivity and safety.
• Responsible for assigned vehicle, work equipment and associated record keeping.
• Provide operational support for the hydro-electric generating facilities or the water conveyance facilities.
• Perform water quality monitoring (Kingsley only).
• Answer emergency calls at all times.

Living Requirements: Preferred candidate will live in a District owned facility or within 10 road miles of the Kingsley Hydro Plant to ensure adequate response time to emergency situations.

Working Environment:

• Working hazards are those normally associated in working with electrical panels, switchgear, switchyards, climbing towers, working from scaffolding, and generally those associated with working with electricity and around water.
• Occasional unusual working hours primarily due to emergencies
• Mild work stress associated with time pressures, emergency situations, and/or changes in work priorities
• Occasional uncontrollable interruptions and distractions to planned work
• Strong physical, emotional, and mental stamina required to work long hours under harsh working conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.53 - $42.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Electrical License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38 - $42