Plant Operator I (On-Site)
About The Position
At LCRA, we are seeking to find an ambitious candidate for our open Plant Operator I position! This entry-level position will assist plant operations staff and other personnel in monitoring and isolating equipment, operating switchgear/breakers and troubleshooting equipment and process initiatives. In this role you will reside in a coal-fired power plant environment with an opportunity to develop competence through structured work assignments and an instructor led formal training program. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve! You will be trusted to: Upon completion of required training, monitor and operate all equipment in assigned area of responsibility. - Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures. - Acquire knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures. - Complete and submit all logs and reports to immediate supervisor as instructed. - Assist maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages. - Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment.
Requirements
- Zero or more years of experience in the inspection, monitoring and maintenance of power plant and/or coal yard equipment, including the isolation and tagging of systems or other relevant experience.
- Driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Basic knowledge of power plant operating principles.
- Basic knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Basic knowledge of LOTO procedures, ability to communicate effectively, commitment to safety and environmental leadership.
- Ability to follow strict operating procedures/guidelines, safety and environmental rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and operate all equipment in assigned area of responsibility.
- Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures.
- Acquire knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures.
- Complete and submit all logs and reports to immediate supervisor as instructed.
- Assist maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages.
- Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness program including wellness incentive
- Extensive learning & development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
