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Tucson Electric Power

Maintenance Mechanic II - SGS

Tucson Electric Power, Springerville, Arizona, United States, 85938

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We are currently seeking a talented individual for the position of

Maintenance Mechanic II

at our power plant facility located

in Springerville, AZ.

The Springerville Generating Station operates four coal-fired units with a combined generating capacity of over 1600 megawatts of power. Although we will be retiring two of the units we operate and maintain at this facility by 2031, we continue to work together to generate safe, clean, reliable power to enhance our families, customers and communities.

Position Description:

The primary responsibilities of a

Maintenance Mechanic II

are to test, repair, maintain, overhaul and modify all mechanical plant equipment at the highest level of skill in accordance with plant procedures and directions; and will perform other duties as directed, including the duties of lower classifications. This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Internal Posting Expires: 1/5/2026

External posting may close at any time.

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Position-related responsibilities:

Understand and follow Company policies and procedures

Understand and follow Federal, State and Company safety regulations

Understand theory, operation, and troubleshooting of Plant equipment

Perform repairs, maintenance and overhaul of Plant mechanical equipment

Perform job setup, including required materials, tools, rigging and special equipment

Maintain a high level of awareness and responsibility for the environment

Perform work alone or in a team setting

Guide, direct and train other employees as required

Perform assigned work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company practices and procedures

Maintain a high level of awareness and responsibility for environmental considerations that impact them, their jobs, and the Company to the level of their knowledge, training, and experience

This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Support and communicate Operational Excellence goals, objectives, vision and values.

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must meet position requirements and demonstrate competency through the established testing procedures

Ability to utilize computer-based maintenance management system

Ability to read and apply information from drawings and instruction books

Perform basic math calculations for area, volume, material takeoff, rigging calculations, etc

Ability to perform oxyacetylene welding, cutting and heating, and arc welding skills as required

Ability to use precision measurement tools

Ability to safely operate power tools

Requires basic maintenance knowledge of the following (which also serves as a study outline for testing):

General and specific craft safety procedures

Coal handling equipment

Baghouse equipment

Ash handling equipment

Bottom ash equipment

Condensor & heat exchangers

Water treatment equipment

Lime and soda ash slakers

Boiler & boiler auxiliaries

Boiler insulation & refractory

Bearings

Oxyacetylene cutting and welding

Compressors

Lubrication

Belts

Filters

Sootblowers

Pumps (maintenance and alignment)

Basic pipe fitting

V-Belt alignment/installation

Basic machinist operations

Valve and stuffing box maintenance

Must work overtime as needed

Must be available to work a rotating shift schedule (i.e. shift work) as required

Minimum Qualifications:

Five years mechanical maintenance experience in a steam electrical generating station, or have equivalent training in a similar job classification

A high school diploma or GED

A valid driver's license

Good written and verbal communication skills

Computer skills to utilize computer-based maintenance management system

Ability to read and apply information from blueprints and drawings

Physical requirements include the ability to bend, lift, and stoop for extended periods as well as the ability to climb stairs and work from ladders and elevated platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

Apprenticeship or other previous industrial training and/or experience

All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!

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