Operations Trainee

Constellation Energy Generation, LLC. • Edinburg, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Constellation is hiring an Operations Trainee at the Hidalgo Energy Center in Edinburg, Texas. The position assists with operating plant equipment, collecting and recording operational data, inspecting equipment, and supporting routine plant maintenance and troubleshooting. Under guidance and direct supervision, the trainee performs assigned work within a trade, related task group, or functional area, resolves routine questions, and refers more complex issues to higher levels. The role also helps maintain safe, compliant, and consistent plant operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Practical operating knowledge required to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of plant equipment, including starting and stopping pumps and auxiliary equipment and checking lubrication and cooling.
• Take and record plant operational data and maintain operational and training logs.
• Inspect plant equipment for faulty operation.
• Assist with diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform routine troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, and repair of plant electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Operate and monitor equipment to optimize unit performance.
• Perform operating, regulating, and adjusting duties to maintain generating-unit output, water flows, pressures, temperatures, draft conditions, and fuel consumption.
• Assist with operation of turbine and generator equipment, including unit synchronization.
• Assist with opening and closing switchyard circuit breakers and associated disconnects according to switching orders.
• Assist with adjustments to maintain generator voltage and unit power factor.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and plant procedures.
• Maintain a safe work environment and contribute to operating procedures that support consistent and safe operations.
• Perform assigned job duties, including clerical tasks, as directed by lead technicians.
• Prioritize basic tasks using standard practices or guidance and refer complex questions or problems to higher levels.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Bonus program for eligible employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Disability and life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.

What This Job Offers

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