Tampa Electric ยท 7 hours ago
Maint Specialist- Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE)
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTampa Electric Company is seeking a Maint Specialist for their Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) operations. The role involves performing maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on Wartsila engines and auxiliary equipment to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
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Responsibilities
Provide support and performance of tasks to maintain/troubleshoot/repair the Wartsila RICE and associated auxiliary equipment to help maintain optimal plant performance
Responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the RICE engines, including engine overhauls, disassembly and inspections
Support the development and improvement of the preventive and predictive maintenance program. (ie. vibration testing and lube oil analysis). Make use of and disseminate predictive data to ensure machinery health condition and predict machinery maintenance requirements
Responsible for producing and maintaining accurate as-found and as-left engine records and inspections
Responsible for coordination between the station, contractors, vendors and internal customers when planning or executing maintenance and outage work
Provide and support Interaction and communication daily with plant tech and operation teams. Provide technical support, direction and training to support plant operations. Provide technical support to maintenance Staff
Provide support to identify and recommend inventory and tools required to maintain the equipment in an efficient and reliable manner
Assist in the station budgeting process and provide annual forecast of expected contractor manpower levels and contractor costs
Follow all company and plant guidelines and applicable processes including but not limited to NERC, safety, environmental and Air Force Base procedures
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a marine or power plant environment that has Wartsila engines or equivalent
Knowledge & skill of instrumentation controls and devices
Understanding of mechanical systems and balance of plant equipment used on RICE engines
Ability to read P&ID drawings, mechanical drawings and O&M manuals
Ability to work in an industrial environment
Good interpersonal, oral & written communication skills
Preferred
Undergraduate degree in marine, mechanical, industrial or electrical engineering or technology
Millwright technical training certification
OEM medium speed engine maintenance training
Machine Lubrication Technician (ICML MLT level 1)
Field service or shipyard experience with medium speed engine control experience
Benefits
401k Savings plan w/ company matching
Pension plan
Paid time off
Paid Holiday time
Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
On-site Fitness Centers
Bonus Plan and more!
Company
Tampa Electric
TECO Energy Inc. is an energy-related holding company.
1001-5000 employees
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