Operations Specialist Trainee (Coolidge)

SRP • Coolidge, AZ

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Specialist Trainee (OST) at SRP is a Power Plant Control Room Operator Trainee. The OST will begin as an outside (auxiliary) Operator during their training period. Previous experience as a power generation plant control room operator or control room operator trainee is highly preferred, as is experience with LM6000 generating units. The OST position is a training role designed to develop the skills necessary for promotion to the Operations Specialist position. The trainee will be involved in all aspects of operating a power generation facility, which may include maintenance functions depending on the facility. This training position has a specified duration and is not a role to which an O&M 3 operator can be upgraded.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of all training objectives to develop the skills necessary for promotion to the Operations Specialist position.
• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.
• Physical Agility Test.
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a power generation plant control room operator or control room operator trainee.
• Experience with LM6000 generating units.

Responsibilities

• Successful completion of the OST curriculum and promotion to the Operator Specialist classification.
• Under limited supervision, learn the facility-specific operation of natural gas simple cycle turbines and their related equipment.
• Operate and monitor equipment and auxiliaries remotely from the control room and throughout the facility using information from Distributed Control Systems, gauges, instruments, and communication facilities.
• Operate all units in their charge and related equipment. This may include regular O&M duties at the site, such as maintaining housing areas, civil works, roadways, water or sewer systems, etc.
• Coordinate and maintain unit availability with AGC, including preparation and planning for load reductions/increases based on system demands, requiring a thorough knowledge of the entire plant operation as it relates to power generation.
• Operate units within environmental and SRP guidelines.
• Direct the work of other classifications and assist as directed by others in task completion.
• Train personnel in other classifications in the proper operation of plant equipment, controls, and procedures.
• Evaluate plant processes and issue clearances as needed, requiring a thorough knowledge of the clearance procedure.

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance (available your first day)
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED