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The Hoonah Power Plant is accepting applications for a Relief Operator. This is a part-time position working less than 1,000 hours per calendar year. Interested persons can contact Don Bolton at 907-945-3246 or via email hoonahpp@insidepassageelectric.org
The job description is listed below:
Job Title: Relief Operator
Job Classification: G-6/G-7
Reports to: Lead Power Plant Operator Supervises: None
OVERALL, JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Relief Operator position provides relief during the absence of the Lead Operator. At the Lead
Operators discretion, the Relief Operator may be called in to assist when operating duties require
more than one person. The Relief Operator may also be used for additional operating duties where
qualified.
The Relief Operator will provide the needed customer service to perform electric meter related
services to assist the Lead Operator. This person may perform other electrical service-oriented
tasks where they are qualified. When the Lead Operator is absent, the Relief Operator assumes their
duties. When working alongside the Lead Operator, The Relief Operator provides assistance and
support.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
This person must have basic electrical knowledge, and basic mechanical knowledge.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
Possess a valid Alaska driver’s license.
Willing to learn and take direction from Lead Operator.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Basic duties require a general knowledge and understanding of:
o Fuel and lubricating systems.
o Diesel engine operation.
o Small run-of-river hydroelectric operations
o Basic electricity principles.
o Familiar with tools and test equipment common to the job
o Company safety guidelines and procedures.
o Record keeping and security of plant and inventory.
o Decision making skills.
o Skills to communicate using a phone, email, and internet.
o Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
o Ability to read electric revenue meters and instrument displays
o Customer service skills to support electric service disconnects, re-connects, and basic electric
meter servicing.
o Skills to work around machinery with moving and electrical parts.
o When making repairs or performing maintenance, the capacity to deal well with grease, dirt,
noise, and varying temperatures.
o Capable of working in the rain, snow, sleet, winds, and other uncomfortable conditions to
accomplish job assignments.
o Occasional requirement to work irregular hours or periods of time to meet
emergency situations.