Power plant operator job description
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Power plant operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in power plant operator job postings.
Sample power plant operator requirements
- Operate power plant machinery
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Monitor power plant equipment
- Maintain records of plant operations
- Troubleshoot plant malfunctions
Sample required power plant operator soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure
Power plant operator job description example 1
Trinity Health power plant operator job description
Performs a variety of tasks in the Power Plant to include operating hot water generators, chillers, oil and water pumps, cooling towers, keeping assigned areas clean and monitoring the energy management systems for the safe operation of the hospital.
Operates high temperature hot water system, maintaining proper output temperature relative to the outside temperature for the safety and comfort of patients, visitors and staff of the hospital.
Following specific instructions operates high temperature hot water system on gas or oil, maintains an hourly log and reports malfunctions or calls contract service company, when necessary.
Continually monitors smoke recorder when operating on oil and cleans smoke monitor lenses as necessary.
Maintains a chemical testing log on the hot water and steam generator and chilled water systems. Makes adjustments as necessary to keep treatment at proper levels and to keep equipment from corroding.
Monitors chiller operations making adjustments as necessary; performs and records hourly readings, making adjustments as necessary to maintain a comfort level in the hospital. Reports any malfunctions.
Monitors operation of cooling towers, observing for algae in summer or ice in winter. Backwashes cooling tower filters as necessary.
Monitors the energy management and climate control systems making adjustments as necessary.
**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**
Power Plant Operators (grandfathered prior to September 2005): High school diploma or equivalent required.
Power Plant Operator Class 2 (hired after September 2005): High School diploma plus Class II Fireman's license required.
Knowledge of high temperature hot water systems and chiller operations preferred.
Requires the ability to read and write English.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
Some minor inconvenience or discomfort routinely present in the work situation (moderately noisy, disagreeable odors, etc.), or occasional exposure to minor injury or other occupational hazards requiring precaution.
**REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:**
Reports to the Director of Engineering and receives direction and supervision from Lead Operator.
Has no responsibility for the direct supervision of any other employees.
**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Operates high temperature hot water system, maintaining proper output temperature relative to the outside temperature for the safety and comfort of patients, visitors and staff of the hospital.
Following specific instructions operates high temperature hot water system on gas or oil, maintains an hourly log and reports malfunctions or calls contract service company, when necessary.
Continually monitors smoke recorder when operating on oil and cleans smoke monitor lenses as necessary.
Maintains a chemical testing log on the hot water and steam generator and chilled water systems. Makes adjustments as necessary to keep treatment at proper levels and to keep equipment from corroding.
Monitors chiller operations making adjustments as necessary; performs and records hourly readings, making adjustments as necessary to maintain a comfort level in the hospital. Reports any malfunctions.
Monitors operation of cooling towers, observing for algae in summer or ice in winter. Backwashes cooling tower filters as necessary.
Monitors the energy management and climate control systems making adjustments as necessary.
**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**
Power Plant Operators (grandfathered prior to September 2005): High school diploma or equivalent required.
Power Plant Operator Class 2 (hired after September 2005): High School diploma plus Class II Fireman's license required.
Knowledge of high temperature hot water systems and chiller operations preferred.
Requires the ability to read and write English.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
Some minor inconvenience or discomfort routinely present in the work situation (moderately noisy, disagreeable odors, etc.), or occasional exposure to minor injury or other occupational hazards requiring precaution.
**REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:**
Reports to the Director of Engineering and receives direction and supervision from Lead Operator.
Has no responsibility for the direct supervision of any other employees.
**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
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Power plant operator job description example 2
Alcoa power plant operator job description
Alcoa (NYSE: AA) is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, with a strong portfolio of value-added cast and rolled products and substantial energy assets. Alcoa is built on a foundation of strong values and operating excellence dating back nearly 130 years to the world-changing discovery that made aluminum an affordable and vital part of modern life. Since inventing the aluminum industry, and throughout our history, our talented Alcoans have followed on with breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate.
Operate and maintain coal conveyors, rail car dumpers, truck un-loaders, coal crushers, air compressors, coal sampling equipment, pumps, rail engine, large rubber tired and tracked mobile equipment and other equipment and systems for transporting coal, coal ash, scrubber material, and alumina ore. Clean out coal conveyors, ash and coal silos, chutes, freeze crackers, feeders and other coal and material transfer points. Perform housekeeping of coal transfer areas with water hoses, etc.
Essential functions of the Job: The following duties of a Coal and Yard Equipment Operator are considered to be essential functions of the position:
1. Operate Tripper Floor: Start belts; troubleshoot tripper system; place dust suppression in service; take silo readings; relocate tripper and fill silos; clean chutes; perform general housekeeping.
2. Operate Car Dumper: Start associated belts; troubleshoot problem if needed; fill out dumper report; send test run sampler to tripper floor; adjust feeders to maintain flow; monitor and maintain belt scales;monitor and maintain SO2 target; collect truck tickets; stack out coal; perform general housekeeping as needed; operate water truck; respond to belt trips; pre-op locomotive; check out remote control system; pull up cars for dumping; dump cars; move empty car to lower yard; pre-op pickup trucks; and shut down system.
3. Reclaim Coal: Pre-op tractor; setup sample system; operate reclaim conveyors and associated equipment; troubleshoot from crusher to reclaim area; push coal into hopper; clean chute; level truck area; fuel tractor; perform coal pile maintenance; assist in tractor servicing; operate belt de-icier; and check tunnel sumps.
4. Perform Coal Handling System Maintenance: Visually inspect system; isolate system for maintenance; perform weekly housekeeping audit; perform freeze cracker inspections; change out idlers; PM compressor; check seal skirts; chain guard and reducer PM; sweep coupling PM; belt scraper PM; repair chutes and liners; PM magnetic separators; build scrapers; maintain sumps; perform motor coupling PM; change out pulleys; train conveyors; train feeder belts and reversing belts; service locomotive; perform monthly locomotive PM; install mechanical belt splice; assist in new installations and major repairs.
5. Maintain railroad: Inspect rail system; check gauge on rail and request repairs; adjust switch point and lubricate; replace connector bar bolts; signal repair or replacement; point protector build-up repair; check/repair grounding and minor re-rail of derailment.
6. Winter Prep Coal Handling: Check building insulation; place scrapers, picks, shovel on all transfer towers; check doors and windows; check HT water drain lines; check/fill deicer tanks; check drip stations; check LP torpedo heaters; check cab heaters in all mobile equipment; park mobile equipment portable air compressor in tractor shed; check block heater, man-lift, and flop gate; adjust pulley scrapers and check ceramic brick; check air cannons; check LP tanks and weed burners; check heaters in supply building,car dumping building and analyzer building; lock and drain dust suppression at dumper; make up air lances; and valve out water at dumper tunnel and reclaim tunnel.
7. Operate and Maintain Fly Ash Unloading System: Perform preoperational checks, start-up system and verify operation, perform PM; shutdown system at end of shift or shipping time and clean components and work areas. Use front end loader to clean sump.
8. Operate and Maintain alumina ore dock unloading system: Perform preoperational checks, start-up system and verify operation, perform PM; shutdown system at end of shift and clean components and work areas.
9. Coordinate Contractor Activity: Call and escort contractors; perform pre-job briefings; hold clearance for contractors; monitor contractor progress; and sign and verify time tickets.
10. Participate in safety and Training: Participate in and perform pre-job briefings; attend and perform safety meetings; participate on safety committees and teams; conduct safety training; maintain electrical safety equipment, perform mobile equipment checks; assist in confined space permitting; conduct housekeeping and safety audits; write procedures; perform on the job training; attend off site training.
Equipment/Tools including but not limited to: Hand tools, shovel, valve wrench, jack hammer, water lance, pry bars, basic mechanics hand and electrical tools.
Safety equipment/Personal Protective Equipment: (Not all required all the time.) Safety glasses, Hard Hat, Safety Boots (Metatarsal, electrical hazard, grounded, steel toed), flame retardant clothing, long sleeveshirts, gloves, slicker suit, rubber footwear, hearing protection, respiratorand self-contained breathing equipment, face shield, fire resistant jacket,fall protection harness and nomex suit.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time light to heavy industrial power or mining work experience and have the ability to perform physically demanding work activities. Must be able to work day and evening shifts, and some weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
3 to 5 years industrial experience in power plants, material handling or mining operations preferred.
Operate and maintain coal conveyors, rail car dumpers, truck un-loaders, coal crushers, air compressors, coal sampling equipment, pumps, rail engine, large rubber tired and tracked mobile equipment and other equipment and systems for transporting coal, coal ash, scrubber material, and alumina ore. Clean out coal conveyors, ash and coal silos, chutes, freeze crackers, feeders and other coal and material transfer points. Perform housekeeping of coal transfer areas with water hoses, etc.
Essential functions of the Job: The following duties of a Coal and Yard Equipment Operator are considered to be essential functions of the position:
1. Operate Tripper Floor: Start belts; troubleshoot tripper system; place dust suppression in service; take silo readings; relocate tripper and fill silos; clean chutes; perform general housekeeping.
2. Operate Car Dumper: Start associated belts; troubleshoot problem if needed; fill out dumper report; send test run sampler to tripper floor; adjust feeders to maintain flow; monitor and maintain belt scales;monitor and maintain SO2 target; collect truck tickets; stack out coal; perform general housekeeping as needed; operate water truck; respond to belt trips; pre-op locomotive; check out remote control system; pull up cars for dumping; dump cars; move empty car to lower yard; pre-op pickup trucks; and shut down system.
3. Reclaim Coal: Pre-op tractor; setup sample system; operate reclaim conveyors and associated equipment; troubleshoot from crusher to reclaim area; push coal into hopper; clean chute; level truck area; fuel tractor; perform coal pile maintenance; assist in tractor servicing; operate belt de-icier; and check tunnel sumps.
4. Perform Coal Handling System Maintenance: Visually inspect system; isolate system for maintenance; perform weekly housekeeping audit; perform freeze cracker inspections; change out idlers; PM compressor; check seal skirts; chain guard and reducer PM; sweep coupling PM; belt scraper PM; repair chutes and liners; PM magnetic separators; build scrapers; maintain sumps; perform motor coupling PM; change out pulleys; train conveyors; train feeder belts and reversing belts; service locomotive; perform monthly locomotive PM; install mechanical belt splice; assist in new installations and major repairs.
5. Maintain railroad: Inspect rail system; check gauge on rail and request repairs; adjust switch point and lubricate; replace connector bar bolts; signal repair or replacement; point protector build-up repair; check/repair grounding and minor re-rail of derailment.
6. Winter Prep Coal Handling: Check building insulation; place scrapers, picks, shovel on all transfer towers; check doors and windows; check HT water drain lines; check/fill deicer tanks; check drip stations; check LP torpedo heaters; check cab heaters in all mobile equipment; park mobile equipment portable air compressor in tractor shed; check block heater, man-lift, and flop gate; adjust pulley scrapers and check ceramic brick; check air cannons; check LP tanks and weed burners; check heaters in supply building,car dumping building and analyzer building; lock and drain dust suppression at dumper; make up air lances; and valve out water at dumper tunnel and reclaim tunnel.
7. Operate and Maintain Fly Ash Unloading System: Perform preoperational checks, start-up system and verify operation, perform PM; shutdown system at end of shift or shipping time and clean components and work areas. Use front end loader to clean sump.
8. Operate and Maintain alumina ore dock unloading system: Perform preoperational checks, start-up system and verify operation, perform PM; shutdown system at end of shift and clean components and work areas.
9. Coordinate Contractor Activity: Call and escort contractors; perform pre-job briefings; hold clearance for contractors; monitor contractor progress; and sign and verify time tickets.
10. Participate in safety and Training: Participate in and perform pre-job briefings; attend and perform safety meetings; participate on safety committees and teams; conduct safety training; maintain electrical safety equipment, perform mobile equipment checks; assist in confined space permitting; conduct housekeeping and safety audits; write procedures; perform on the job training; attend off site training.
Equipment/Tools including but not limited to: Hand tools, shovel, valve wrench, jack hammer, water lance, pry bars, basic mechanics hand and electrical tools.
Safety equipment/Personal Protective Equipment: (Not all required all the time.) Safety glasses, Hard Hat, Safety Boots (Metatarsal, electrical hazard, grounded, steel toed), flame retardant clothing, long sleeveshirts, gloves, slicker suit, rubber footwear, hearing protection, respiratorand self-contained breathing equipment, face shield, fire resistant jacket,fall protection harness and nomex suit.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time light to heavy industrial power or mining work experience and have the ability to perform physically demanding work activities. Must be able to work day and evening shifts, and some weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
3 to 5 years industrial experience in power plants, material handling or mining operations preferred.
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Power plant operator job description example 3
TXU Energy Services Co LLC power plant operator job description
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.
This position is responsible for performing operations functions, preventive and corrective maintenance as applicable to job function to ensure proper functioning of plant equipment will work under the direction of site management.
This position is responsible for the proper function and maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.
Job Description
Overview
•This position is responsible for performing operations functions, preventive and corrective maintenance as applicable to job function to ensure proper functioning of plant equipment will work under the direction of site management.
•This position is responsible for the proper function and maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.
Key Accountabilities (includes, but not limited to the following):
•Proficient in primary skill required of position
•Proficient skills for maintaining equipment at the plant
•Performs troubleshooting and documentation, and assists in the resolution of problems discovered on shift
•Performs daily maintenance, overhauls, calibration, troubleshooting, repair/replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and systems.
•Makes decisions and recommends appropriate repair techniques for plant equipment to peers, supervisors, plant management.
•Conducts excitation system inspections and preventive maintenance
•Proficient in operating material handling equipment
•Develops and implements plant operating procedures
•Understands relationship of equipment to plant systems
•May provide instruction and teaching to lower level employees
•Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE
•Must be willing and able to qualify and fulfill requirements to become a Control Room Operator.
•This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements•4 -6 years years related experience•Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent•If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH)•Demonstrate computer based skills•Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills•Independent knowledge of troubleshooting•Must successfully complete the Poss/Mass test Key Metrics•Satisfactory completion of Tier 3 training and qualification requirements•Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Power LLC
Locations
Milford, Connecticut
Connecticut
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
This position is responsible for performing operations functions, preventive and corrective maintenance as applicable to job function to ensure proper functioning of plant equipment will work under the direction of site management.
This position is responsible for the proper function and maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.
Job Description
Overview
•This position is responsible for performing operations functions, preventive and corrective maintenance as applicable to job function to ensure proper functioning of plant equipment will work under the direction of site management.
•This position is responsible for the proper function and maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.
Key Accountabilities (includes, but not limited to the following):
•Proficient in primary skill required of position
•Proficient skills for maintaining equipment at the plant
•Performs troubleshooting and documentation, and assists in the resolution of problems discovered on shift
•Performs daily maintenance, overhauls, calibration, troubleshooting, repair/replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and systems.
•Makes decisions and recommends appropriate repair techniques for plant equipment to peers, supervisors, plant management.
•Conducts excitation system inspections and preventive maintenance
•Proficient in operating material handling equipment
•Develops and implements plant operating procedures
•Understands relationship of equipment to plant systems
•May provide instruction and teaching to lower level employees
•Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE
•Must be willing and able to qualify and fulfill requirements to become a Control Room Operator.
•This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements•4 -6 years years related experience•Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent•If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH)•Demonstrate computer based skills•Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills•Independent knowledge of troubleshooting•Must successfully complete the Poss/Mass test Key Metrics•Satisfactory completion of Tier 3 training and qualification requirements•Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Power LLC
Locations
Milford, Connecticut
Connecticut
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
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Updated March 14, 2024
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