Hydro Generation Technician I

Salary : $64,916.80 - $106,412.80 Annually
Location : Burlington, VT
Job Type: Regular Full Time Non Exempt
Job Number: BED Hydro Generation Tech I
Department: Burlington Electric
Division: Winooski One Hydro
Opening Date: 04/18/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: IBEW

General Purpose

Mission:
BED's mission is to serve the energy needs of our customers in a safe, reliable, affordable, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. BED's four key values are: Safety, Reliability, Community and Innovation. BED's vision is to make Burlington a Net Zero Energy city by eliminating fossil fuel usage across the electric, thermal, and ground transportation sectors by strategically electrifying, managing demand, realizing efficiency gains, and expanding local renewable generation while increasing system resilience.

This position is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the Winooski One Hydro Station. This position coordinates all aspects of plant operation and production of electricity in a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound manner.

Union Affiliation: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
Pay Grade F20: $31.21 - $51.16 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

Please note, BED is looking to hire one Hydro Generation Technician. Applications for Hydro Generation Technician I, Hydro Generation Technician II, and Hydro Generation Technician III will be considered to fill this opening.
Essential Job Functions

• Operate all Control Room equipment that controls the turbines, generators, dam controls, and all other power generation systems.
• Inspect, monitor, and operate Station equipment to ensure proper operating conditions.
• Ensure Station is operating within local, State, and Federal permitted limits for fishing programs, flow conditions, and quality control.
• Responsible for following proper lock-out, tag-out procedures and the safe operation of breakers, as outlined in BED's Accident Prevention Manual.
• Monitor all personnel access to the Station.
• Monitor and maintain lubrication systems on all plant equipment.
• Maintain record of plant operational parameters, Daily Checklist, and Weekly Reports.
• Notify appropriate personnel of unusual occurrences or operating problems.
• Keep abreast and adhere to all Station safety policies and procedures.
• Train all Shift Supervisors semi-annually on the Winooski One Hydro Generating Stations control systems and train other personnel as needed.
• Responsible for keeping the Station clean.
• Lead the scheduling and implementation of the preventative maintenance program.
• Maintain Maintenance Order System for the facility including prioritizing maintenance requests and ensuring adequate equipment and materials.
• Lead the planning, scheduling and implementation of all maintenance activities for the scheduled Annual Outage, including any Major Overhaul.
• Establish reorder levels for plant to ensure adequate and cost-effective inventory levels.
• Recommend the purchase of spare parts, equipment replacements, lubricants, and tools for the Winooski One Hydro Station.
• Submit daily production calculations.
• Monitor weather and river flow conditions.
• Work after hours as needed to maintain the operation of the plant.
• Answer telephone calls after hours as needed to maintain the operation of the plant.
• Work with contractors to perform annual service as required for the Station equipment including turbines, generators, breakers, relays, high voltage connections, hydro rake, pressure vessels, boilers, and hoists.
• Perform tours of the facility.
• Responsible for operating the fish programs according to permitting parameters; conducting fish lifts, equipment maintenance and cleaning, tagging, and processing of fish, and transportation.
• Responsible for keeping the intakes clean and free of debris.
• Assist with the McNeil Station maintenance as needed.
• Ensure the hydro station is in compliance with any and all State and Federal codes and regulations.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Perform other related duties as required.
• Unload railcars at the McNeil Plant as needed.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Associate degree in engineering or completion of a two-year engineering technical program and nine years of related experience.
• Additional relevant experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.
• Must have a Certified Instrumentation Technician (CIT), Certified Controls System Technician (CCST), Certified Automation Professional (CAP), or equivalent certification.
• Attend a minimum of 16 hours of supervisor approved training every three (3) to five (5) years.
• Basic knowledge of Hydrology, hydraulics, lubrication, electricity and electronics, control logic, gas turbines, biomass facilities, and engineering units required.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations is required.
• Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings, electrical schematic diagrams, and wire circuit drawings.
• Ability to successfully respond to Station emergencies is required.
• Ability to operate in a Windows based operating environment using word-processing, spreadsheets, emails, and database software required.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, required.
• Must have the ability to interact harmoniously with co- workers, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to participate in various training including confined space training, CPR, First Aid, and all required training.
• Must pass a Pulmonary Function Test.
• Must have the ability to enter a confined space and elevated areas.
• Must be able to work independently and prioritize duties.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relations with co-workers.
• Ability be able to listen to and appropriately react to a supervisor's feedback and incorporate said feedback to improve employee performance.
• Must have the ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, trouble shoot, and fix equipment as needed.
• Ability to respond to call out conditions and remotely operate the Station is required.
• Ability to work with the generation control systems and software is required.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
• Ability to work overtime as needed consistent with the provisions of the BED/IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Additional Information
Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website.

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The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
• Pension Plan
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
• Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
• Local & National Store Discounts
• Subsidized Transportation Options
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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01

Do you have an Associate's Degree in engineering or completion of a two-year engineering technical program and nine (9) years experience? Additional relevant experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Certified Instrumentation Technician (CIT), Certified Controls System Technician (CCST), Certified Automation Professional (CAP), or equivalent certification?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have basic knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, lubrication, electricity and electronics, control logic, gas turbines, biomass facilities and engineering units?

• Yes
• No

04

Can you read an understand engineering drawings, electrical schematic diagrams, and wire circuit drawings?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have the ability to respond to station emergencies outside of you normal shift?

• Yes
• No

Required Question