Generation Technician - Generation Technician Apprentice

Modesto Irrigation District
Modesto, California United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 18, 2025
  • Salary: $91,353.60 - $132,329.60 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Engineering
  • Job Description

    Description

    The Modesto Irrigation District is recruiting to fill one full-time vacancy in the Power Generation Department, Electric Resources Division to install, modify, maintain, and operate the District's generation facilities.

    Any Qualified Individual May Apply. This is a non-exempt position and is allocated to Utility Services and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Generation Technician/Technician Apprentice vacancies that may occur within the District through March 6, 2026.

    If there is a lack of qualified candidates at the Generation Technician Journey level, the position will be filled at the Apprentice level and the incumbent's training and advancement will be governed by the District's Generation Technician Apprentice Training Program. Successful candidates at the apprentice level will be required to sign an Apprentice Agreement prior to beginning the Apprentice Training Program. Copies of the Apprentice Training Program and Apprentice Agreement are available in the Human Resources Department for review.

    Examples of Duties

    Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Operate a variety of power generation and auxiliary equipment including gas turbines, hydraulic turbines and their support systems, evaluate and adjust machine operating parameters, monitor control and emission systems, perform various mathematical calculations
    • Install and maintain power plant electronic/electrical control systems, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment; modify power plant systems as directed including design, fabrication and assembly
    • Operate gas and arc welding equipment; operate and maintain high voltage electrical switchgear
    • Operate various equipment including fork lifts and trucks
    • Perform overtime and/or emergency work as required
    • Operate mobile cranes.
    • This position may involve seasonal or full time shift work and weekend work, including the possibility of rotating shifts.
    Other Related Duties
    Other duties as assigned

    Typical Qualifications

    Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

    Education:
    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Experience:
    Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program for Generation Technician or Two (2) years of journey level generation experience in a related area involving electrical or mechanical maintenance and operations is required for the journey level position. Twelve (12) months experience in a related area for the apprentice level.

    Knowledge and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the installation, operation, maintenance and modification of electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems.
    • Ability to read and understand technical drawings, sketches, plans, specifications and maintenance manuals; use electrical, electronic and mechanical tools, instruments and equipment skillfully and safely; perform switching operations in accordance with District safety rules and operating orders; work effectively either alone or in conjunction with other employees, and with a minimum of direct supervision; work cooperatively with others; prepare clear, complete and concise reports and records; follow oral and written instructions.

    Special Requirements:
    Must have a valid California Class C driver license. Residency: Residence within a 35-mile radius of the Generation Technician's assigned primary work station must be established within six (6) months of appointment to this position and maintained thereafter. The Generation Department's primary work stations are defined as: McClure Generation Station (639 S. McClure Rd., Modesto, CA); Woodland Generation Station (920 Woodland Ave., Modesto, CA); Ripon Generation Station (1015 S. Stockton Blvd., Ripon, CA). Apprentice Agreement: The Apprentice Generation Technician position will be required to sign an Apprentice Agreement prior to beginning work.

    Supplemental Information

    Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025.

    Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written exam; (2) oral interview and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process.

    Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD.

    THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.
    INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

    For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: Employee Benefits - Modesto Irrigation District (mid.org)

    Closing Date/Time: 4/11/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Modesto Irrigation District
    • Modesto Irrigation District

    When you work at MID ...

    You join forces with one of California’s most successful utilities. You also enjoy the many benefits MID provides for its employees.

    • Competitive Salaries
    • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
    • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave from the day you start work
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Retirement Plan
    • Tax-deferred Compensation
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Safety and Wellness Program

    MID Summary of Benefits

    One of the most important benefits is working with professionals who value training, innovation and a job well done. That’s been MID ’s driving force since we were organized in 1887. Join us at MID and reward yourself with professional and personal opportunities.

    A Great Place to Work

    MID is a great place to work. Discover more about our organization through About and Fast Facts, the Annual Report and the First 100 Years of MID History.

    A Great Place to Live

    The Modesto area is ideally located in the heart of California’s great central valley. There’s lots to do in Modesto: parks, recreational sports, theater, opera, art, the Modesto Symphony Orchestra, historical and natural history museums, summer concerts in the park and festivals reflecting the area’s cultural and agricultural diversity.

    An hour of travel will take you to Sacramento, the Delta or to one of five reservoirs. You’ll find even more opportunities close by. Just a couple of hours in the car gets you to the ocean or the mountains. Yosemite National Park, Monterey and San Francisco are easy day trip destinations.

    This area has long been considered one of California’s best-kept secrets. Take a closer look at Modesto and Stanislaus County.

       

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