Power Plant Auxiliary Operator

City of Redding • Redding, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, this classification will assist in power plant operations, perform routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspect and monitor operating components, and report plant status. We are looking for someone to Monitor normal operations of power plant. Conduct water testing and treatment duties as defined by the Chemistry Manual. Assist in start-up and shut-down of power plant systems. Assist in power plant operations. Operate control panels for the steam and combustion turbine generators, including start-up and shut-down. Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as: air compressors; boiler feedwater treatment system; power plant cooling system; boiler feedwater and condensate system; and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment. Perform operating tests and inspections, make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as assigned. Immediately report any abnormal or irregular conditions that develop during the progress of the work to immediate supervisor and take corrective measures within the scope of operating instructions. Assist in maintenance efforts.

Requirements

• Knowledge of gas turbine and steam turbine power plant equipment and operating procedures
• Knowledge of emergency measures and safety requirements
• Knowledge of water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and employees
• Ability to operate steam and combustion turbine generators
• Ability to understand procedures and instructions
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and as described in the Department's air, water, and hazardous material compliance programs, safety standards, and NERC
• Two years of experience as a power plant equipment operator in an operating power generating plant.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.
• Must be able to enter and work in confined spaces, participate in the Confined Space Program, and perform confined space rescue.

Responsibilities

• Monitor normal operations of power plant.
• Conduct water testing and treatment duties as defined by the Chemistry Manual.
• Assist in start-up and shut-down of power plant systems.
• Assist in power plant operations.
• Operate control panels for the steam and combustion turbine generators, including start-up and shut-down.
• Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as: air compressors; boiler feedwater treatment system; power plant cooling system; boiler feedwater and condensate system; and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform operating tests and inspections, make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as assigned.
• Immediately report any abnormal or irregular conditions that develop during the progress of the work to immediate supervisor and take corrective measures within the scope of operating instructions.
• Assist in maintenance efforts.

What This Job Offers

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