Apprentice Combined Cycle Specialist

Overview

Title: Apprentice Combined Cycle Specialist
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 12 Hr. X 7 Days

The CCS Apprentice is responsible in a line capacity to the Superintendent of Generation for the performance of all assigned operating and maintenance tasks. The incumbent is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of plant equipment and systems. This includes monitoring, observing, and maintaining conditions that affect the safe and reliable operation of the plant, compliance with all applicable NERC standards, and compliance with environmental permits.

In addition, the CCS is responsible for following all water management guidance, completing individual and teamwork assignments, and ensuring an optimum and professional response to its customer (Energy Control Center) power needs. Prior to appointment to the CCS Apprentice position, individuals must be able to pass (and maintain) physical requirements to allow participation on an Emergency Response Team; including, but not limited to: physical exam / PFT (pulmonary function test), and fit tests for the personal respiratory protection equipment.

After hire the CCS Apprentice will be required to complete five training modules for Operator Training (~2.25 years) and an additional three modules of technical skills training (~1.5 years). After the training the individual must pass a written and hands-on technical test, in their chosen discipline, before becoming a fully qualified Combined Cycle Specialist.

• Ensure safe work practices and station safety programs are followed. Ensure Corporate / Department (ES) / Bayside Station Policies are understood and followed.
• Successfully complete all required training and assessments within the time allocated for each position step.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform effectively in all operating positions; (Power Block, Steam Plant, Rover, and Control Room).
• Perform all maintenance assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
• Support opportunities for Continuous Improvement created by Operational Excellence Programs; (e.g. ownership of area assignments, 3-way communication, electronic logs, enhanced rounds, etc).
• Keep Energy Control Center personnel, duty personnel, plant management, engineering and technical staff updated on equipment problems, system restrictions, return to service delays, and reliability issues.
• Complete turnover logs, unusual incident reports, accident reports, environmental incident reports, CEM malfunction documentation, and the capability report.
• Respond to emergencies such as personnel injuries, fires, ammonia release, bomb threats, etc. Follow documented policies and procedures to notify the appropriate personnel depending on emergency.
• Possess and utilize a complete understanding of HEC (LO/TO) procedures, confined space requirements, burn permit requirements, process hazards and their effect on plant personnel and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Minimum 2-year technical trade certification from an accredited institution,
• Or Equivalent 4-year Military trade specific training and apprenticeship,
• Or a 4-year Marine / Powering Engineering Degree,
• Or successful completion of an approved 4-year trade apprenticeship program.

* The technical trade certification must be aligned with the CCS discipline in which they are applying for. i.e. Electrical - Electrician or Electronics, I&C

• Utility Power Plant, Process Industry and/or Petrochemical Plant experience
• Experience operating various types of industrial equipment, including: forklifts, overhead cranes, golf carts, trucks, etc.

Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of related experience performing the duties and responsibilities of this position is preferred.

Normal work schedule is a twelve (12) hour rotating shift with overtime work required to meet business needs.

• Ability to be exposed to high temperature environments along with ambient temperatures and the elements
• Ability to work alone in assigned areas
• Ability to perform some…