Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor
Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Shares responsibility for all aspects of the daily operation of a cogeneration power plant. Directs employees in the operation of coal, gas and oil-fired boilers. Responsible for overall steam turbine generator operation and all plant auxiliary equipment. Performs all water analysis and treatment and ensures that the plant is safe, reliable, and clean.
Requirements
- Considerable previous power plant experience
- Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others
- Strong decision-making ability
- Strong mechanical experience
- Ability to perform and interpret water analysis and softener regeneration procedures
- Ability to interpret instructions and complete assignments as part of a team
- Ability to work shift work
- Ability to report to work within one hour in emergency situations
Nice To Haves
- Boiler and turbine operation experience
- American Society of Power Engineers 1st Class license or higher
Responsibilities
- Daily operation of cogeneration power plant
- Directing employees in the operation of coal, gas and oil-fired boilers
- Overall steam turbine generator operation
- Operation of all plant auxiliary equipment
- Performing all water analysis and treatment
- Ensuring the plant is safe, reliable, and clean
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- University shared governance participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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