Power Plant Operator (Entry-level) - Pueblo, CO

Xcel Energy

11h•$41•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. We are looking for one or more Plant Specialist B 1st Year in Pueblo, Colorado@ Comanche Station. Starting pay is $40.56 hourly. Summary Operates, inspects, monitors, and performs minor maintenance on Power Plant Equipment (boilers, turbines, auxiliary equipment, and other systems) as qualified and assigned. Actively participates in hands-on training, required classroom training, and computer interactive training programs to learn power plant operations. Will require the completion of all training requirements for a Plant Specialist B, including those specific to the plant at which the position is located. Performs equipment operational checks that include startup, shutdown, equipment tests, and operating adjustments. Responds to plant emergencies, unit upsets, and changing operating conditions. Assists and supports all Control Specialist, Maintenance Specialist, and/or Management as assigned. Isolates all potential power sources to achieve clearance in preparation for inspection, testing, or maintenance. Operates and performs maintenance on equipment and directs/trains others in performing these activities. Monitors and records operating conditions of equipment. Recognizes abnormal equipment operation and initiates trouble reports. Work will include an 12 hour shifts, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and require overtime.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have successfully passed the Edison Electric Institute Power Plant Maintenance (MASS) and Plant Operator selection (POSS) exams
Must have valid driver's license
Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance
May have to drive off site to assist other plants, which may include using personal vehicle.
Personal vehicle mileage will be reimbursed
Able to lift up to 50 pounds safely
Work in inclement weather
Must be qualified to wear all required PPE (including respirator qualified)
Will be required to perform duties when necessary from scaffolds and catwalks in high and confined spaces
Must be able to work overtime and various shifts as required

Nice To Haves

Prefer post secondary technical training in a related area
Prefer previous experience as an operator in a power plant and familiarity with power generation, but not required

Responsibilities

Operates, inspects, monitors, and performs minor maintenance on Power Plant Equipment (boilers, turbines, auxiliary equipment, and other systems) as qualified and assigned.
Actively participates in hands-on training, required classroom training, and computer interactive training programs to learn power plant operations.
Performs equipment operational checks that include startup, shutdown, equipment tests, and operating adjustments.
Responds to plant emergencies, unit upsets, and changing operating conditions.
Assists and supports all Control Specialist, Maintenance Specialist, and/or Management as assigned.
Isolates all potential power sources to achieve clearance in preparation for inspection, testing, or maintenance.
Operates and performs maintenance on equipment and directs/trains others in performing these activities.
Monitors and records operating conditions of equipment.
Recognizes abnormal equipment operation and initiates trouble reports.