Power Trader, Sr. jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

CNS is seeking a Power Plant Systems Operator to assist with power and fuel services for the operations of the assigned facility.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting routine operational checks and readings on plant equipment and adjusting, regulating, and maintaining oil levels, water levels, temperatures and flows at required specifications.
• Performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment as scheduled
• Performing basic mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks, inspecting, and troubleshooting as assigned
• Performing chemical analysis and chemical control on steam, cooling, and condensate systems; maintaining chemistry logs
• Handling and transferring bulk chemicals properly.
• Handling inert and explosive gases (e.g. H2, N2,O2 ,CO2, and acetylene, etc) properly
• Inspecting the plant site for security, safety, and environmental issues
• Assisting with maintenance during plant outages
• Maintaining shift operating logs and records
• Completing all required safety and occupational training

Qualifications:

• 1 3 years in a power generation or similar environment preferred.
• Experience in a coal-fired power plant is highly preferred.
• Power plant apprenticeship program completion prior or military training as related to power generation
• Knowledge of power plant processes
• Above average technical aptitude (understanding of basic chemistry, electricity, and mathematical principles)
• Skilled in performing inspection of outside plant equipment and facilities, performing chemical tests, reading gauges and meters, and troubleshooting power plant equipment and systems.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal skills to communicate with coworkers, supervisor, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.
• Ability to respond calmly and think clearly in emergency situations.
• Work safely and brings safety hazards to attention of management.
• Demonstrates support for organizational changes and improvements. Brings forth new ideas and concepts that may impact efficiency and may lower costs.
• Performing housekeeping activities necessary to operate safely and maintain facility cleanliness and appearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): This position must be able to pass a Federal Background Check and have or be able to obtain a US security clearance.

AAP/EEO Statement: CNS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CNS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

CNS expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CNS's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice