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Mechanic / Operator

Vicinity EnergyKansas City, MO, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low

carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge,

Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities

we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of

climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and

eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our

team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our

communities, and our planet.

Summary

The Mechanic / Operator installs, repairs, operates, monitors, maintains plant equipment to ensure reliable,

safe, and efficient operation of the plant systems. The systems include : chillers, high pressure boilers and

auxiliary equipment using natural gas as the primary fuel source to ensure continuous reliable service of

steam and chilled water to the company’s customers. This is a full-time, non-exempt, union position and

reports to the Plant Manager. The compensation range for this position is $29.00-44.00 per hour plus a

10% bonus target. This position is located in Kansas City, MO.

Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, troubleshoot, control, and maintain chillers, steam turbines, HP boilers, valves, traps,

expansion joints, piping systems, auxiliary equipment, and distribution systems for local and remote

facilities. Verify all equipment systems, pressure and temperatures are operating and maintained within

limitations for the intended purpose.

  • Perform chemical analysis on boiler water samples as required.
  • Perform precision alignment and measurement.
  • Install mechanical seals, belts, couplings, and work with any hydraulic, pneumatic or city water system

    • and related equipment.

  • Operate and regenerate cold-water zeolites to produce water for boiler operation.
  • Maintain logs of the various aspects of the plant’s operation as required.
  • Monitor equipment, identify problem areas, and develop problem resolution for equipment failures and

    • out of ordinary conditions. Performs trouble shooting, prepares work permits and work orders.

  • Performs inspections, predictive and preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment including

    • maintenance on valves, pumps, turbines, chiller, distribution system equipment etc.

  • Provide on the job training to new employees.
  • Plan, schedule and implement daily activities and identify and set priorities.
  • Communicate timely and relevant information to management, direct reports and others as situations

    • necessitate.

  • Ensure task completion, operation efficiency and reliability for unit and corporate goals attainment.
  • Lock out equipment for maintenance, unlocks equipment and tests equipment after completion of repair

    • following established Lock Out / Tag Out Permit Procedures.

  • Monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the plant and equipment.
  • Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures and adhere to company standards.
  • Perform any other duties and tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
  • Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts that include holidays, nights, and weekends.

    • Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in pipe fitting along with steam plant

    • maintenance of boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, and traps.

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Navy nuclear experience.
  • Technical trade school training.
  • Ability to use computer and calculator.
  • Ability to meet highest punctuality and attendance requirements.
  • Ability to weld and pass site welding exam.
  • Boiler or power plant experience.
  • Chiller / chilled water system experience.
  • Proficiency with rigging and hoisting, welding, cutting, brazing, and pipe fitting.

    • Other Qualifications

  • Will be required to obtain a Kansas City Operating Engineers License within 3 years of starting

    • employment.

    Physical Requirements

  • Must submit to company required pre-employment physical exam and drug

    • screening.

  • Must possess a valid driver license in good standing in order to operate a company

    • vehicle. Must have and maintain a driving record meeting the standards of the

    company.

  • Standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, walking on

    • uneven surfaces, and grating, working from elevated platforms, scaffolding or

    ladders, required to lift up to and including 50 pounds and maneuver approximately

    100 pounds.

  • Must qualify to wear a respirator.
  • Ability to tolerate confined spaces, including manholes and varying temperatures

    • and weather conditions.

  • Exposure to temperature extremes, high noise level areas, high pressure steam

    • lines, rotating equipment, and dusty / dirty environment.

  • Required to wear PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing

    • protection and other protective gear as required.

    Benefits

  • Personal Leave
  • FMLA up to 12 weeks based on approval
  • Nonpaid benefit
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 120 hours accrued annually which equals 4.62 hours per pay period
  • Sick Leave
  • 40 hours per calendar year prorated based on month of hire
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 100% pay up to 160 hours upon birth or adoption of a child; must be used in weekly

    • increments

  • 7 paid holidays annually
  • Floating holidays
  • 40 hours per calendar year prorated based on month of hire
  • 401K plan
  • Including Roth option with matching contributions : 100% of first 1% your contributions

    • and 50% of the next 5% of your contributions.

  • Education assistance program
  • Reimbursement for continuing education, certification, licensure, and obtaining higher

    • education degrees after completion of 90 days of employment

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT Vicinity North America is an

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide

    equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color,

    religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or

    disabled status, or genetic information.

    Job Details

    Job Family

    L412 - Kansas City

    Pay Type

    Hourly

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