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Hydroelectric Operations Specialist
Operates and maintains the hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and associated facilities consistent with the organization's values and mission statement. Works under the direct supervision of the Water Resource & Hydroelectric Supervisor. Performs operational responsibilities in hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus, and assists in the daily operation of water campus and facilities. Operates hydroelectric plants in an efficient manner, coordinating water plant operation and hydro operations with availability of City of Aspen water rights and ensures operational priorities are followed. Responds to system malfunctions and takes corrective action to restore and maintain hydroelectric production. Operates City of Aspen's reservoir, raw water ditch and piped systems. Performs the standard operating procedures for start-up, summer operations and shutdown of raw water ditch and piped systems. Performs in-stream flow reads and uses in-stream flow meter to calibrate existing water measuring structures. Responds to and corrects operational problems with raw water systems in a safe and timely manner. Operates facilities in a clean and professional manner. Performs all maintenance activities as it relates to the City's hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus facilities. Performs daily visual inspections of all electrical, mechanical and piped systems of the City's hydroelectric plants. Develops new and maintains existing short-term, long-term and annual maintenance programs for turbines, pumps, motors, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, valves, air/vacuum reliefs, pressure regulating valves, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, and appurtenant facilities for the City's hydroelectric plant. Installs, calibrates and troubleshoots sensitive electronic transmitters, receivers and sensors as it relates to relay logic and SCADA systems. Identifies hydroelectric operations system improvements for better efficiencies. Performs maintenance and improvements to raw water system infrastructure to include; ditches, sprinkler systems, piping, valves, air/vacuum reliefs, pressure regulating valves, head gates, diversion structures, Parshall flume, weirs, reservoirs and ponds. Performs duties related to the cleanliness, security, personnel safety and visual appearance of the water campus. Responsibilities to include; grass cutting, weed eating, weed management, landscaping, snow removal, trash and general cleanup. Operates excavation equipment, snow removal equipment, metal detectors, multi- meters, vernier calipers, torque wrenches, laser levels, flow meters and all other tools and equipment associated with maintaining these types of facilities. Performs maintenance and cleaning duties to keep equipment and work areas clean and safe. Performs administrative duties as it relates to the operation and maintenance of the City's hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus facilities. Performs and documents daily hydroelectric operational checks in written and electronic formats. Creates new and maintains existing logbooks for all maintenance programs, annual maintenance periods and downtime associated to the hydroelectric plants. Maintains a technical library to include tech manuals, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings and spare parts inventory list. Cross references and replaces old and out dated components with new and serviceable equipment. Documents, organizes and submits required information to satisfy all permitting and licensing requirements by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Colorado Division of Water Resources, Bureau of Reclamation and Army Corp of Engineers as it relates to hydroelectric plants, reservoirs and diversion structures. This includes maintaining emergency action plans, conducting round table exercises, responding/ filing correspondence and staying current with all governing agencies permit and licensing regulations. Acquires, organizes and documents all raw water diversion records for the city of aspens raw water portfolio. Submits all raw water diversion records to the Colorado Division of Water Resources in proper format. Maintains a historical record of cities use of water outside of requirements from the state. Assists the Water Resource Facility Manager in administering new raw water agreements for customers. Administrative duties as required when related to water campus facilities. Answers telephone and responds to public inquiry and comments. Accepts complaints and notifies appropriate personnel. Consistently uses the safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the City, as well as leverages training and their knowledge, skills and abilities to employ safe and essential work practices. For work sites under their control, ensures that those present at the work site utilize the necessary PPE and they are advised of the work hazards and necessary safety measures and work requirements. Position may require removal of snow and ice from walkways, parking lots, roofs, and vehicles, including general safety inspection of snow-prone areas. Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions. Other duties as assigned. Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities with guidance as needed: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, Innovation, Communication, Interpersonal, Technology, Equipment Operation. High School diploma or GED equivalent. Four years of experience required in hydroelectric operations and water management, have demonstrated mechanical ability through familiarity in electrical and mechanical systems that support power production and water management. Proficient in Windows based operating systems and software, PLC, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (Email). Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. Recommend additional hydroelectric training and coursework with 24 months. Additional training and certifications maybe required at the direction of the city. Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical one-line schematics for installations and to troubleshoot electrical systems. Strong mechanical background. This position requires a physical examination and Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon passing both a physical examination and Criminal Background Check. Monday through Friday, hours may vary with workload. Evenings/Weekends/Holidays may be required in addition to or instead of normal hours. May be required to be available for stand by duties as defined by City of Aspen policy. Standby: Required to perform periodic stand-by duty and must be immediately available for 24-hour alarm response on a rotating schedule, every three weeks, as it relates to power production and water management responsibilities. A non-exempt employee assigned to standby duty shall be compensated for the off-duty assignment at a rate of one hour regular pay for every weekday duty and two hours regular pay for every weekend duty over and above the normal work week hours. Indoors: Water facility, Hydroelectric plants and Office environment. Outdoors/Off-Site: Water Resource operation sites (reservoirs, pipelines, diversion structures, ponds, water measuring sites etc.) Hydroelectric plants. Position requires removal of snow and ice from walkways, parking lots, roofs, and vehicles. Exposure: Will work in an industrial hydroelectric and water resource facility environment. Daily exposure to industrial machinery with high noise levels and high voltage. This position will be working with hazardous, potentially lethal, chemicals and materials. The work environment (indoor/outdoor) may, at times, be noisy, dusty, dirty, and oily. Snowy, icy, and wet conditions. Visual Acuity, Balancing, Bending, Carrying, Crouching, Climbing, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination, Gripping/Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive motions, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Operates and maintains the hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and associated facilities consistent with the organization's values and mission statement. Works under the direct supervision of the Water Resource & Hydroelectric Supervisor. Performs operational responsibilities in hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus, and assists in the daily operation of water campus and facilities. Operates hydroelectric plants in an efficient manner, coordinating water plant operation and hydro operations with availability of City of Aspen water rights and ensures operational priorities are followed. Responds to system malfunctions and takes corrective action to restore and maintain hydroelectric production. Operates City of Aspen's reservoir, raw water ditch and piped systems. Performs the standard operating procedures for start-up, summer operations and shutdown of raw water ditch and piped systems. Performs in-stream flow reads and uses in-stream flow meter to calibrate existing water measuring structures. Responds to and corrects operational problems with raw water systems in a safe and timely manner. Operates facilities in a clean and professional manner. Performs all maintenance activities as it relates to the City's hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus facilities. Performs daily visual inspections of all electrical, mechanical and piped systems of the City's hydroelectric plants. Develops new and maintains existing short-term, long-term and annual maintenance programs for turbines, pumps, motors, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, valves, air/vacuum reliefs, pressure regulating valves, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, and appurtenant facilities for the City's hydroelectric plant. Installs, calibrates and troubleshoots sensitive electronic transmitters, receivers and sensors as it relates to relay logic and SCADA systems. Identifies hydroelectric operations system improvements for better efficiencies. Performs maintenance and improvements to raw water system infrastructure to include; ditches, sprinkler systems, piping, valves, air/vacuum reliefs, pressure regulating valves, head gates, diversion structures, Parshall flume, weirs, reservoirs and ponds. Performs duties related to the cleanliness, security, personnel safety and visual appearance of the water campus. Responsibilities to include; grass cutting, weed eating, weed management, landscaping, snow removal, trash and general cleanup. Operates excavation equipment, snow removal equipment, metal detectors, multi- meters, vernier calipers, torque wrenches, laser levels, flow meters and all other tools and equipment associated with maintaining these types of facilities. Performs maintenance and cleaning duties to keep equipment and work areas clean and safe. Performs administrative duties as it relates to the operation and maintenance of the City's hydroelectric plants, raw water systems and water campus facilities. Performs and documents daily hydroelectric operational checks in written and electronic formats. Creates new and maintains existing logbooks for all maintenance programs, annual maintenance periods and downtime associated to the hydroelectric plants. Maintains a technical library to include tech manuals, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings and spare parts inventory list. Cross references and replaces old and out dated components with new and serviceable equipment. Documents, organizes and submits required information to satisfy all permitting and licensing requirements by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Colorado Division of Water Resources, Bureau of Reclamation and Army Corp of Engineers as it relates to hydroelectric plants, reservoirs and diversion structures. This includes maintaining emergency action plans, conducting round table exercises, responding/ filing correspondence and staying current with all governing agencies permit and licensing regulations. Acquires, organizes and documents all raw water diversion records for the city of aspens raw water portfolio. Submits all raw water diversion records to the Colorado Division of Water Resources in proper format. Maintains a historical record of cities use of water outside of requirements from the state. Assists the Water Resource Facility Manager in administering new raw water agreements for customers. Administrative duties as required when related to water campus facilities. Answers telephone and responds to public inquiry and comments. Accepts complaints and notifies appropriate personnel. Consistently uses the safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the City, as well as leverages training and their knowledge, skills and abilities to employ safe and essential work practices. For work sites under their control, ensures that those present at the work site utilize the necessary PPE and they are advised of the work hazards and necessary safety measures and work requirements. Position may require removal of snow and ice from walkways, parking lots, roofs, and vehicles, including general safety inspection of snow-prone areas. Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions. Other duties as assigned. Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities with guidance as needed: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, Innovation, Communication, Interpersonal, Technology, Equipment Operation. High School diploma or GED equivalent. Four years of experience required in hydroelectric operations and water management, have demonstrated mechanical ability through familiarity in electrical and mechanical systems that support power production and water management. Proficient in Windows based operating systems and software, PLC, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (Email). Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. Recommend additional hydroelectric training and coursework with 24 months. Additional training and certifications maybe required at the direction of the city. Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical one-line schematics for installations and to troubleshoot electrical systems. Strong mechanical background. This position requires a physical examination and Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon passing both a physical examination and Criminal Background Check. Monday through Friday, hours may vary with workload. Evenings/Weekends/Holidays may be required in addition to or instead of normal hours. May be required to be available for stand by duties as defined by City of Aspen policy. Standby: Required to perform periodic stand-by duty and must be immediately available for 24-hour alarm response on a rotating schedule, every three weeks, as it relates to power production and water management responsibilities. A non-exempt employee assigned to standby duty shall be compensated for the off-duty assignment at a rate of one hour regular pay for every weekday duty and two hours regular pay for every weekend duty over and above the normal work week hours. Indoors: Water facility, Hydroelectric plants and Office environment. Outdoors/Off-Site: Water Resource operation sites (reservoirs, pipelines, diversion structures, ponds, water measuring sites etc.) Hydroelectric plants. Position requires removal of snow and ice from walkways, parking lots, roofs, and vehicles. Exposure: Will work in an industrial hydroelectric and water resource facility environment. Daily exposure to industrial machinery with high noise levels and high voltage. This position will be working with hazardous, potentially lethal, chemicals and materials. The work environment (indoor/outdoor) may, at times, be noisy, dusty, dirty, and oily. Snowy, icy, and wet conditions. Visual Acuity, Balancing, Bending, Carrying, Crouching, Climbing, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination, Gripping/Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive motions, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.