Plant Mechanic
This posting will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill current and future limited term and full time Hydro Plant Mechanic vacancies. This list may also be used to fill Hydro Plant Mechanic Advanced Appretnice vacancies. To be considered, please ensure your resume clearly demonstrates that you meet the knowledge, skills, and experience outlined in the minimum qualifications of this posting.
At SMUD, we proudly deliver power to over 1.4 million customers in the Sacramento area. As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric service provider, we have been offering low-cost, reliable electricity for more than 70 years. We are recognized as an industry leader and have received numerous awards for our innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and sustainable solutions that promote a healthier environment. Our dedicated team of 2,200 employees works around the clock to ensure reliable service and to develop cutting-edge energy solutions. As one of the region's largest employers, we are known for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
We are currently seeking to hire a Plant Mechanic to join our Power Generation team at our Hydro Generation Operation Facility at Fresh Pond, located approximately 60 miles east of Sacramento and 15 miles east of Placerville.
*COVER LETTER REQUIREMENT*
To be considered for this position you are required to respond to the following questions in the cover letter portion of your application. Failure to submit a cover letter answering the required questions may preclude you from moving forward in this process:
- Have you participated in a formal Apprentice Plant Mechanic or related program?
- If yes, please provide the dates and organization(s) where you participated in the apprenticeship.
- Describe your experience as it relates to this position.
Purpose
Under general supervision, performs mechanical maintenance, repair and overhaul of hydroelectric generating systems.
Nature and Scope
This is specialized work requiring superior skill and know how in a critical plant maintenance function (involving close tolerance machining, code certified welding, and maintenance of critical plant components requiring precise tolerances and detailed documentation) and may act as lead over Mechanics and Helpers on assigned jobs. Equipment worked on and the nature of the skills needed in maintaining the equipment determines whether a Plant Mechanic Apprentice or a Plant Mechanic performs the work.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs skilled mechanical work in the installation, maintenance, repair, overhaul, and rebuilding of equipment and facilities of electrical generating plants.
- Works on hydro and related subsystems for lubrication, cooling, governing, fuel handling, water storage, and on-plant and site services.
- Consults drawings, manuals, catalogs and other sources of information.
- Lays out work, cuts, fits, joins and performs skilled operations on light and heavy metals and other materials; does pipe work and makes pressure tests.
- Cleans and overhauls valves, pumps, spray systems, condensers and pressure vessels; aligns shafts, fits bearings and replaces seals and packing.
- Maintains, repairs and overhauls geared mechanisms and operating machinery; runs tests and makes adjustments.
- Operates vehicles, industrial tractors, cranes and hoists; performs rigging incidental to regular assignments.
- Undertakes skilled tasks of the acquired specialized craft.
Required Experience Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent training in the mechanical trade. Demonstrated experience at a Journey level in the installation, maintenance, and/or assembly of large and complex equipment such as piping systems, pressure units, valves, gates, turbines, motors, and/or generators in power generating stations. Basic computer and key boarding skills.
Knowledge Of
Skills To
Required Licenses/Certificates
Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License CDL and a satisfactory driving record (not more than two moving violations in the last two years).
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with the following:
- Lathe and Mill machining Hydro mechanical maintenance
- Welding
- Heavy rigging
- Complex hydraulics
- Crane operation and maintenance
Physical Requirements
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are
As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of thebest places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied andengaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2ndhappiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned NapaValley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
California Equal Pay Act
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) are a part of who we are and how we do things. Supporting efforts thatpromote pay equality is part of that. Salary placement for the selected candidate will be determined in alignmentwith the California Equal Pay Act or the applicable MOU. Determination for salary placement of internal candidateswill be made without respect to current classification or compensation and will be based upon the candidate'squalifications as compared to those performing substantially similar work. In the event there is a guaranteed payprogression outlined in an applicable MOU, the MOU takes precedence.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD respects, values and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make eachperson who they are. Diversity and inclusion are guiding principles to deliver a culture that reflects the broadervalues of the community and our customers. Our Board's policy for Employee Relation sets our commitment todeveloping and maintaining a high quality, inclusive workplace that engages and inspires employees to commit toSMUD's purpose, vision and values.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Localuniversities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramentoregion. Part of the agriculturally rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork foodmovement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google andLinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats(AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49ers aren't faraway. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum andsummer musical theater to name a few.
On-Site
This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete worktasks.
