Generation Plant Control Room Operator

Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) • Bastrop, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a Control Room Operator to join our generation team! In this position, you will operate and monitor complex gas power generation equipment (boilers, turbines, generators) to ensure safe power output. Collaborating with LCRA’s generation desk is vital to maintain demand load requirements. This is an opportunity to troubleshoot equipment and enhance operational procedures. We would expect our operator to take initiative with limited supervision while mentoring junior staff. If you’re looking for the next step in your career apply today!

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in power plant operations or power plant maintenance, including at least one year operating the unit control board with little or no supervision and including at least one unit startup and at least one unit shutdown or relevant experience.
• A degree(s) in power plant operations or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Successful completion through Level IV of the plant operations curriculum of the Power Plants' Craft Qualification Program substitutes for five years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in traditional drum gas-fired thermal steam units.
• Experience in combined cycle gas CTs, HRSG, and Steam Turbine.
• Experience in Simple Cycle aero-derivative LM6000 Peaker Plants.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient steam boiler and turbine operations by adhering to precise shutdown and startup procedures.
• Manage the delivery of power transmission from the plant to the grid ensuring minimal interruptions.
• Manage gas power plant machinery and auxiliary systems to meet systems demands.
• Continuously monitor and adjust all unit systems to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
• Conduct field walk-downs and equipment inspections to monitor operational performance.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed