Operator Auxiliary

CPS Energy • San Antonio, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, the Operator Auxiliary performs duties to support overall power plant safety and efficiency. The position regularly records readings for auxiliary equipment, determines when equipment repairs are needed, and communicates equipment problems and solutions with co-workers. The role operates and monitors power plant auxiliary equipment, demineralizers, cooling towers, and ash-handling equipment before, during, and after unit start-ups and shutdowns. It also removes ash, pyrite, clinkers, and coal from plant equipment. Work may take place near high-voltage equipment, high-pressure steam lines, chemical pumps, and other power plant equipment. The position may require adjusted schedules, call duty, and unscheduled overtime, and may be assigned to any CPS Energy power plant location.

Requirements

• Personal computer usage.
• Experience working with one or more of the following: pumps, including high-volume, low- and high-pressure, and positive-displacement pumps; compressors; high-voltage transformers; motors; or boilers, including small auxiliary steam boilers or positive/negative-pressure boilers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, at all levels of the organization.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Effective reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to work an adjusted schedule as needed to meet deadlines, work call duty including holidays, nights, and weekends, and work unscheduled overtime when needed.
• Ability to work at any CPS Energy power plant location.
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record in accordance with CPS Energy policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to differentiate between colors and read control panels.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; work at high elevations and in enclosed spaces; and work amid high noise levels and extreme conditions such as heat, cold, smoke, dust, and fumes.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Instrumentation & Controls or Electronics & Instrumentation.
• At least one year of prior work experience within a power plant, refinery, naval vessel, or oil field.
• Prior experience in a shift-work environment, including day or night shifts.
• Prior similar work experience, such as in power plants, refineries, or on naval vessels, including Boiler Technician, Machinist Mate, or Gas Turbine System Technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and continually monitor auxiliary equipment, demineralizers, cooling towers, and ash-handling equipment for proper operating conditions before, during, and after unit start-ups and shutdowns.
• Remove bottom ash, fly ash, economizer ash, pyrite, clinkers, and coal from bowl mills using shovels, hoes, and/or a 20-foot rake.
• Record readings for auxiliary equipment on a regular basis.
• Determine the need for equipment repairs.
• Communicate equipment problems and solutions among co-workers.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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