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NRG Energy•El Segundo, CA

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates and monitors auxiliary equipment and systems which support the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sound production of electricity. NRG is driven by its passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

Requirements

Complete Gas Turbine Fundamentals Course.
Ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to perform flow, pressure and meter calculations.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematic diagrams, procedures and technical manuals.
Operate computer keyboards and printers.
Communicate conditions of plant system and equipment to others.
Discern and respond to verbal and auditory signals from control panel.
Work without supervision inspection while carrying out duties.
Take, record, and analyze readings of various electrical and mechanical meters.
Knowledge of and ability to operate various switches and valves and the effect each has on the total operation.
Ability to operate Company vehicles and equipment (e.g. forklift, cherry picker, etc.) and maintain operating licenses and certifications.
Valid State Driver’s License is required.
Knowledge of steam power plant system operations and basic power plant principles used daily in decision making and work tasks.
Ability to handle multiple task or assignments at the same time.
Ability to Tag Out/Lock Out equipment per NRG Tag Out/Lock Out procedure.
Ability to perform checks (e.g., PM’s) on running and idle equipment.
Ability to discern assorted colors.
Ability to use a personal computer and associated software.
Ability to perform routine laboratory tests and analysis on samples from power generation processes, (i.e. boiler water, make-up demineralizer, etc.).
Ability to operate various computer systems to receive, analyze, comprehend and input data.
Ability to generate work notifications for execution of equipment repair.
Ability to communicate information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to assist Head Operators and others in performance testing.
Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
High school diploma or GED.
1-2 years’ experience as a Plant Operator in a power plant environment or Operator experience in another industry and skill to include on-the job training.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Operate, inspect, and monitor in a safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sound manner steam power plant equipment (Turbine/Generator and its associated auxiliary equipment, Fuel Systems, Plant Auxiliary Systems includes valves, pumps, blowers, Environmental Control Process equipment, and Water Treatment Systems).
Observe variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings to troubleshoot plant equipment to resolve operational problems.
Recognizes safety hazards and follows safety guidelines for personal protection, protection of fellow workers and the protection of the public.
Monitor and record data available through the use of various instruments, recording charts, annunciator systems and other monitoring devices onto shift logs as directed by plant operational procedures.
Perform routine cleaning of work area.