EKPC Company Information

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington.  Our cooperative has a vital mission:  to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties.  We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky. 

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people.  We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state.  There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees.  Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4%.  Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance. 

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Key Roles

This position is responsible for performing all duties and assignments necessary to effectively monitor, operate, and control a variety of auxiliary equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Record plant operating data and file reports or logs
• Monitor equipment fluids and replace or add with the correct fluid
• Perform inspections and perform routine maintenance of FGD and ELG related systems
• Maintain records of test results
• Lubricate gears, pump bearings, valves, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance on FGD and ELG related systems
• Assist plant operators and maintenance mechanics in performing preventive or scheduled maintenance and major/minor repairs of all plant equipment which may require strenuous lifting, moving or use of tools or machines
• Position electrical breakers as necessary to isolate or restore electrical systems
• Open or close equipment and system valves
• Replenish chemical supplies and refill storage tanks
• Clean assigned equipment and maintain a clean work area
• Change fuses, lamp indicators, and other protective devices
• Perform mechanical and electrical equipment and system tests
• Collect material samples for analysis
• Collect samples throughout FGD WWT system; perform analytical tests on samples
• Operate fire protection equipment
• Follow all standard operating procedures
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out
• Perform all tasks safely
• Ensure other employees are performing jobs safely
• Stop work authority if job is not performed safely
• Help with chemical deliveries
• Ensure chemical deliveries are correct and verify paperwork
• Ensure chemicals can fit in associated tanks
• Line up and monitor filling of chemical tanks
• Notify, help, and clean any spills of chemicals or process flows
• Participate in all required training
• Notify and utilize work orders

Environmental Plant Operator

• Line up and monitor filter press feed pumps
• Line up filter presses
• Monitor filter presses
• Operate filter presses
• Ensure filter cake solids are disposed of
• Monitor filtrate sump
• Monitor sludge holding tanks
• Ensure are all filter cake is removed from filter plates/clothes
• Ensure flushes are performed on filter presses and associated equipment
• Clean any minor plugging that that may occur in lines
• Monitor/look for holes in filter press clothes
• Maintain/clean filter press floor/building
• Maintain/clean filter press plates
• Inspect filter press plates for holes 

Environmental Plant Operator Level I

• Line up FGD systems
• Line up reaction tank agitators
• Check and line up circuit breakers
• Check and line up reagent feed system
• Check and line up oxidation blowers
• Check and line up oxidation air saturation pumps
• Check and line up mist eliminator wash pumps/sprays
• Check and line up limestone day bin, activators, and gates
• Check and monitor limestone feeder and chute
• Check, monitor, and lineup limestone ball mill and auxiliary equipment
• Check, monitor, and lineup limestone ball mill bearing lube system
• Check, monitor, and lineup mill recycle tank, pumps, and auxiliary equipment
• Check, monitor, and lineup reagent feed system equipment
• Check, monitor, and lineup reagent feed pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup reagent prep sumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup auxiliary storage system equipment
• Check, monitor, and lineup auxiliary storage pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup primary and secondary dewatering systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup dewatering filter feed system
• Check, monitor, and lineup absorber bleed pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup rotary drum vacuum filters
• Check, monitor, and lineup rotary drum vacuum pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup rotary drum cake discharge blowers
• Check, monitor, and lineup absorber purge systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup absorber purge pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup AQCS area sumps and auxiliaries
• Check, monitor, and lineup AQCS make-up water system
• Check, monitor, and lineup gypsum pile/conveyor system
• Check, monitor, and lineup Absorber Reaction Tanks
• Check, monitor, and lineup Absorber Recycle Pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP water spray systems/tanks
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP fresh water spray pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP Mg(OH)2 systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP area sumps and auxiliaries
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP air flushing blowers
• Check, monitor, and lineup WESP recycle tanks
• Check and monitor WESP pressure, flows, and pH
• Check, monitor, and lineup ORP chemical systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup Make up/Blended Water System including pumps
• Check, monitor, and calibrate pH and ORP probes
• Check, monitor, and lineup WMB pond Effluent sump pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup WMB pond reaction tank and pumps
• Check, monitor, and lineup WMB pond Lime Chemical Feed Systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup WMB pond Sulfuric Acid Chemical Feed Systems
• Check, monitor, and lineup WMB pond pH meters
• Use proper containers for waste oils, chemicals, fluids, and oily water
• Lubricate motors and gear boxes
• Lubricate pump bearings
• Lubricate valves
• Change filters
• Maintain oil levels
• Operate fork truck
• Operate pickup truck
• Operate elevated man lift
• Use rulers and tapes
• Set up ladders
• Inspect ladders
• Perform equipment PMs
• Perform maintenance recordkeeping
• Inspect piping
• Visually check pipe for vibration and other abnormal conditions
• Break and connect pipe flanges and fittings
• Install and remove spool pieces
• Install and remove flexible hoses
• Clean out piping
• Clean strainers
• Troubleshoot and maintain gate valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain globe valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain check valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain ball valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain butterfly valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain plug valves
• Troubleshoot and maintain angle valves
• Test and operate valves
• Troubleshoot valve operation
• Verify valve operation
• Inspect and clean filters
• Replace filters and elements
• Read gauges
• Read prints and diagrams
• Inspect check valves
• Inspect water level
• Inspect inlet and outlet lines and valves
• Inspect oil levels
• Add/drain/change oil 

Key Requirements

Education and Certifications / Licenses:

• High school diploma or GED required. Additional mechanical, electrical, and/or chemistry related training preferred.

Experience:

• One (1) year of mechanical, electrical, or chemical related work experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read and understand schematic diagrams and equipment manuals.
• Must be able to read and interpret chemical and equipment manuals.
• Chemistry background knowledge is highly desirable.
• Attend forklift operator training and maintain license.

Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Contributing to Team Success
• Initiating Action
• Adaptability

Working Conditions

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and live within one and a half (1.5) hours of the plant.
• Must be willing to work a variety of shift schedules based on the needs of the station. This includes but is not limited to a 12-hour rotating swing shift (primary), 4/10s, 5/8s, etc. Scheduled and non-scheduled overtime is a normal part of the job.
• This is an on-call position; telephone is required.
• Must pass an aptitude and physical ability test and follow procedures for wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment.
• Regular lifting up to 100 pounds and occasional lifting over 100 pounds. Regular climbing and work at heights on ladders and stairs required, as well as above ground grating and platforms.
• Work conditions include noise, heat in excess of 100 degrees, gas emissions, chemical vapors, dust, high pressure lines and high voltage equipment. 

Closing Statement

Thank you for your interest in EKPC.

About East Kentucky Power Cooperative

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky. As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built. EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6% of b...ase wages AND match employee contributions up to 4%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance. For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled

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