CEMS Instrument Technician II

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

Perform continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) instrumentation and electrical functions. Provide technical support for the CEMS programmable controllers, interface with data acquisition and handling system (DAHS), and all related environmental compliance tasks for coal fired steam generating and gas combustion turbine processes.

Pay Range: $34.71 - $52.19 per hour (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Maintenance Manager

Location: Gillette, Wyoming

Essential Functions:
* Work under minimal supervision to repair, service and maintain CEMS instrumentation, hardware, and software.
* Maintain CEMS PLC control systems and related equipment, including programming changes, troubleshooting, and required preventative and corrective maintenance.
* Maintain documentation records of calibration, tests, and certification of CEMS instrument equipment.
* Work with contractors and their activities on assigned projects.
* Communicate work progress to supervisor/foreperson.
* Assist Operations & Maintenance department staff as required on CEMS and environmental compliance.
* Utilize the work management process to document and report work requested, assigned, and completed.
* Support scheduled and unscheduled call-out support as needed.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Maintain CEMS logs on equipment operation.
* Provide information for various environmental reports.
* Attend off-site training programs as assigned on hardware, software, and environmental compliance.

What Is Required:
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
* MSHA High and Low Voltage certified. Upon Hire
* This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
* This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

What Is Desired:
* Associate's Degree in electric or electronics or equivalent technical/military training
* 4 years power plant experience to include steam turbine generating units and/or gas combustion turbine generating units preferred.
* Two years hands on experience working on CEMS equipment desirable.
* Working knowledge of coal fired and combustion turbine power generation plant equipment and system processes.
* Working knowledge of test equipment, signal generators, relay test sets, oscilloscopes, and personal computers.
* Working knowledge of PLC basics, preferably GE PAC System.
* Working knowledge of basic computer networking.
* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
* Ability to learn plant processes and interpret data.
* Ability to interpret control drawings and PIDs.
* Basic skills in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word and Excel).
* Perform work with minimal supervision.
* Ability to work on low voltage systems.
* Ability to operate a company vehicle, forklift, and a variety of aerial equipment.
* Familiarity with HxGN EAM maintenance software desirable.
* Calibration and maintenance of process control equipment. CEMS, DAHS, and PLC familiarity desirable.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.