Power Plant Operator Trainee
About The Position
Employee who under direct supervision performs duties related to the safe operation of a site-operated power plant. May assist with or perform shift inspections of the following: gas turbines, boilers, rectifiers, air compressors, deep wells, reverse osmosis units, and electrical generators May assist with or perform boiler feed water chemistry analysis Assist with monitoring all equipment operating parameters during shift May assist with or perform water chemistry analysis on plant feed water and take appropriate action May perform minor maintenance activities May operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and light-duty vehicles May be responsible for maintaining records associated with air, water, and waste regulations Perform housekeeping duties Perform other duties as required
Requirements
- Three (3) months of experience in an industrial environment
- Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.
- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
- Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
- Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
- Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
Nice To Haves
- High School diploma or GED
Responsibilities
- Perform duties related to the safe operation of a site-operated power plant.
- Assist with shift inspections of gas turbines, boilers, rectifiers, air compressors, deep wells, reverse osmosis units, and electrical generators
- Assist with boiler feed water chemistry analysis
- Assist with monitoring all equipment operating parameters during shift
- Assist with water chemistry analysis on plant feed water and take appropriate action
- Perform minor maintenance activities
- Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and light-duty vehicles
- Maintain records associated with air, water, and waste regulations
- Perform housekeeping duties
- Perform other duties as required
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
