Hydroelectric Power Plant Mechanic

3 days ago


Parker Dam CA USA, United States Bureau of Reclamation Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Plant Mechanic/Machinist with experience in hydroelectric power plants to join our team at the Bureau of Reclamation. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our hydroelectric power plants and pumping stations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain, test, and repair all equipment in hydroelectric power plants and pumping stations
  • Overhaul, repair, evaluate, and performance test turbines, generators, motors, air compressors, pumps, pressure regulators, eductors, valves, pipes, penstocks, intakes, spillways, diversion dam, and wasteway gates
  • Operate the power plant Domestic Water Treatment Facility, including operation, testing of domestic drinking water, and obtaining grab samples for testing
  • Monitor lab sensitive equipment and calibration of the equipment, as well as repair of mechanical controls, dismantling, reconstructing, and fabricating parts as needed for daily operation
  • Operate heavy equipment, including mobile cranes, backhoes, boom trucks, dump trucks, tractors, and forklifts
  • Perform welding tasks using gas welding equipment or electric welding equipment
  • Operate overhead, mobile, gantry, and jib cranes, and perform rigging incidental to lifting, moving, dismantling, assembling, overhauling, and/or repairing hydroelectric power plant and pumping plant machinery and related equipment
Requirements
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
  • Must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • Must submit a resume and supporting documentation
  • Must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements
  • Must maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times
  • Must be able to obtain a California Water Treatment License to operate the power plant Domestic Water Treatment Facility within one year of entering the position
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced Plant Mechanic/Machinist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.



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