MINIMUM POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years of experience with power generating systems, controls and distribution of at least 10 Mega Watts.
• Ability to read and write English is required.
• Solid communications skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have previous experience as a lead or supervisor.
• Strong ability to work and lead as a member of a diverse, dynamic team.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• Must be a USN to fill this position.
• Prefer candidate who has experience working on a US Government contract.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Lead a diverse team to inspect, test, operate, maintain, and repair power-production systems and the electrical distribution grid to ensure 24/7 mission support for stable, reliable power to all facilities IAW DAFMAN 32-1061, AFMAN 32-1062, AFMAN 32-1065, UFC 3-560-01, NFPA 70-E, and UFC 3-540-07 to support the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program (AFCAP) on Ascension Island Auxiliary Airfield (AAAF) IAW the PWS and applicable laws, codes, guidelines, criteria, and standards. The main Powerhouse includes both Caterpillar (CAT) and Perkins generators. There are also mobile generators (on wheel carts) and standby generators for backup power at facilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fills in as the Powerhouse Manager in their absence.
• Inspect, test, operate, maintain, and repair power-production systems and the electrical distribution grid with certified and qualified personnel to ensure 24/7 mission support for stable, reliable power to all facilities.
• Generate an inventory list (include information on make, model, and size) of all Real Property Installed Equipment (RPIE) and portable generators (to include light carts) and enter into BUILDER database.
• Mark and color-code all new or unmarked exposed RPIE and associated piping inside or outside facilities.
• Maintain and repair generators including engine, switchgear, batteries, manual switch or ATS systems, and auto start systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance of all generators (both stationary and mobile), fuel systems, and ATS assets/systems.
• Perform maintenance and cycling of all generators. Switch mission power from prime to backup where available to ensure units are operational and support mission requirements.
• Maintain an operational log at each generator to include oil analysis and refueling cycles and recording information on an AF Form 487 and AF Form 719.
• Operate and provide full-service maintenance of the Wind Turbine Generator (WTG), utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and associated electrical distribution systems.
• Monitor and record energy production from the WTG and submit production data as part of the monthly Energy Program Management Report.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.
This position is pending contract award.
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