The posting
The Power Plant Distribution Operator will be based at the US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for operation and maintenance of the newly constructed 26 MW diesel fueled power plant and medium voltage distribution system equipment and will report to the Power Plant Supervisor. The Power Plant Distribution Operator will operate, maintain, and adjust generators and associated equipment in the New Power Plant. The Power Plant Distribution Operator makes periodic inspections of equipment and performs preventive maintenance; take responsible charge of a watch, read meters, gauges, and other recording devices and log the data; keep records and write reports as directed and in accordance with a unified inspection procedure.
The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
DUTIES:
• Operate and maintain electric power generation and distribution equipment, records, logs and reports as required.
• Apply knowledge of CAT Eaton Switchgear systems.
• Provide oral and written turnover documents or logs, to ensure continuity of maintenance during and between shifts.
• Attend required department and technical training.
• Evaluate job hazards and communicates information to staff verbally and in writing through various venues in a timely manner.
• Assist in developing new ideas to improve the quality, and safety of the power plant.
• Inspect records and logbook entries, and communicate with other plant personnel, to assess equipment operating status.
• Receive outage calls and call-in necessary personnel during power outages and emergencies.
• Restore power during power outages and emergencies.
• Assist leaders in assignment of work to team members to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
• Assist in training other team members on the daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of plant equipment.
REQUIRED:
• Minimum Acceptable Experience Level:
o Minimum 5 years’ experience in this field.
o Excellent plant/feeder and system monitoring skills with the ability to react and operate system prudently under stress and complex system faults.
o Very knowledgeable of overall grid and system architecture and able to assess and communicate complex technical issues to mechanical and electrical teams.
o Good understanding of PLC/Modbus protocols, HMI operations, and BAS systems.
o Able to interpret most diagrams, and manuals to diagnose and analyze simple to advance faults.
o Ability to troubleshoot down to component level on equipment.
o Caterpillar / Eaton factory trained and certified with Caterpillar/Eaton Switchgear.
o Must be able to pass the Plant Operator (POSS) and Power Plant Maintenance (MASS) exams.
o Must have prior generator service and repair experience related to 1.6 MW (and above) rated generators operating in a parallel plant configuration.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
o Highly developed observation skills to anticipate and detect operational anomalies.
o Excellent interpersonal skills to work as a team, as well as verbal and written communication skills in English.
o Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting power generation and distribution functions at an overseas facility.
o Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
o Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
o Excellent organizational and time management skills.
o Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
o Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
o Ability to be innovative and affect change.
o Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.
o Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Education: A high school diploma or GED plus related technical training.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid drivers’ license from Home of Record.
• Security Vetting: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Language Skills: English proficiency. Professional and effective communicator both orally and in writing to management, staff, colleagues and Program Officials. This includes, but is not limited to, staff meetings, division metrics, projects, Quality Standard Procedures, and safety practices.
• Medical: Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment.
DESIRED:
• Technical degree a plus.
• Experience working with Amentum.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of ALL principles and processes involved in operating and supporting Welding/Fabrication functions at an overseas facility.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
• Above average computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
• Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.
• Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.
WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS:
This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120- 130 degrees Fahrenheit/50- 55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods. Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.
