Plant Operator I

OGE Energy Corp.•Red Rock, OK

31d

About The Position

Responsible to control and maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater heaters, filters, and chlorinators, that supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, and auxiliary power for turbines, generators, boilers, and other power-generating plant facilities. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY Routine duties based on detailed instruction. Works under direct supervision. Responds to routine questions and problems within standards and guides. Follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in a technical discipline; Or
High School Diploma/GED And 1 year experience in a technical field; Or
A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field; Or
Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214.
Required to carry pager and/or cell phone while on call and responding to call outs, potentially including weekends and holidays.
Must possess Operator Qualification modules within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
Must complete required Process Safety Management Training within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
Requires occasional travel primarily via automobile (some overnight) to remote locations throughout the system to monitor operations equipment and activities.
Must be able to move about on foot and follow safety, emergency response procedures and regulations.
May be required to work beyond normal 40-hour workweek.
Subject to operating personal computer for extended periods.
Ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
Knowledge of basic math.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fitting, etc.).
Basic understanding of plant and equipment systems/processes.
Ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
Ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
Ability to troubleshoot basic problems, and resolve effectively.
Ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
Ability to acquire Lock out tag out (LOTO) qualification and proficiency in all plant systems.
Ability to adopt and practice IIF (Incident and Injury Free) philosophy.
Ability to perform basic semi-strong maintenance and manual tasks.
Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Pre-Employment Physical
Audiogram Baseline
Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
Job Specific Physical Assessment
This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

Responsibilities

Monitors, operates and checks equipment.
Completes OGE Plant Operator Training Program attaining proficiency in all plant systems.
Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
Identifies abnormal equipment operations.
All other duties as assigned.
Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.
Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
Performs LOTO on qualified systems.
Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.
Acquires Lock out tag out (LOTO) qualification in all plant systems.
Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.