Equipment Operator

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Job Purpose:

Responsible for operating combustion turbine power plant, including Unit startup and shutdown in a safe manned using plant operating procedures under the direction of system dispatch and/or Shift Supervisor. Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment such as combustion turbine engines, electrical generators, air compressors, motors, pumps, electrical switchgear, fuel transfer pumps, lube oil pumps/filters, batteries, and small utility equipment. Operate Wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with procedures and permits. Performs routine plant rounds, log keeping and record keeping. Monitors power plant automatic control functions, respond to abnormal conditions, manually operate electrical circuit breakers, circuits, valves, switches and similar equipment; determine operating status of equipment from previous shift personnel, log book entries, local inspection and observation of equipment, instrumentation, and controls; review and edit station's operating procedures and technical instructions; perform all activities in accordance with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards; utilize computer and other technology based work management systems; perform all activities in a high quality manner to achieve best industry practice; perform general cleaning and housekeeping duties; troubleshoot plant malfunctions; interact with station personnel, contractors and others to perform equipment operator functions: work 8-hr shifts, overtime and irregular hours outside normal shift as needed to support reliable facility operation; perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Operate equipment under the direction of Shift supervisor for maximum efficiency and output while maintaining environmental compliance and safety.
• Monitor equipment conditions using all indications available in the control room, on site, and portable test equipment.
• Diagnose equipment problems, report abnormal conditions to Shift Supervisor, and prepare detailed work requests for plant defects.
• Read, interpret, and implement technical information found in manufacturer's and OEM technical manuals, electrical and mechanical P &IDs, and operating and maintenance procedures.
• Inspect plant and equipment, including carrying out scheduled plant checks, and prepare necessary reports and log entries; ensure maintenance requests are completed to a satisfactory standard; assist in planning, organizing, and executing unit outages for inspections, overhauls, repairs and cleaning.
• Prepare work permits and administer the Red Tag- Lock Out Tag Out program, or similar systems.
• Perform disconnect switching and electrical and maintenance operations to place equipment in and out of service; render electrical circuits and mechanical equipment safe for permit work.
• Monitor and as necessary perform routine chemical analysis of plant water to determine the chemical constituents and take corrective action to maintain plant quality within prescribed limits as required.
• Prepare, maintain, and administer procedures and reports related to the operation, monitoring and maintenance of the plant; maintain accurate logs of daily operations, complete check sheets.
• Prepare work orders and input data into work history file.
• Prepare and maintain quality assurance procedures and technical instructions and actively supports and participate in the use and continuous development of the quality management system.
• Assist in the planning and layout of jobs including parts and equipment identification and ordering needed to complete the job.
• Perform maintenance activities as required in support of the overall maintenance of the plant.
• Clean, paint, and lubricate equipment.
• Conduct shift change by briefing the incoming Equipment Operator of current plant status and issues.
• Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance skills required to perform all Equipment Operator duties and assist in the training of others.
• Conduct and assist OJT instruction of other operators and/or trainees.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in all areas of the plant, as required.

Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:

• High School degree or equivalent education.
• Valid Driver's License
• 2 - 4 years of equal experience and/or training in a power generating facility or similar industrial environment.

OR

• An Associate's degree in an industrial operations field.

Must have knowledge of job safety requirements, strong verbal and written communications skills, interpersonal skills and possess a demonstrated ability to learn. Three -- seven prior years of experience related to power plant operation and maintenance, generators, mechanical and electrical auxiliaries, fuel, chemical, and water systems and other plant equipment is strongly preferred.

This position is exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, cold and hot temperatures and moderate to high noise levels. The position requires a person to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, walk, sit, stand and climb. This position will need to drive to Fisk Station on a regular basis. NRG operates and maintains both Fisk and Waukegan Station.

(Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within the job classification at any time.)

Please Note: Salary offered will be commensurate with the successful candidate's education and/or experience and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement covering this position.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Official description on file with Talent.