About the position
Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a 7 peaking-plant facility.
- Manage, direct, plan and coordinate total power plant operations.
- Monitor plant performance and correct abnormalities.
- Overall human resources responsibility for supervisory leadership, operations and maintenance personnel and all sub contractors.
- Set maintenance schedule and conduct routine maintenance.
- Manage ongoing training programs.
- Manage plant business and budget issues with home office interface.
- Propose and implement equipment modifications and plant improvements.
- Implement, manage, maintain and update all plant procedures, site policies, training and safety programs and work practices.
- Maintain safe and efficient operations of the facility, including accountability for regulatory compliance with all local, State, and Federal regulations.
- Responsible for public relations and community interaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years supervisory/managerial experience.
- Minimum of 10+ years with a detailed understanding of electrical generation power plants, including startup, operations and maintenance of power plant equipment.
