Power Plant Operator

ROI Agency • Odessa, TX

2h • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Power Plant Operator provides operations support to ensure plant equipment is supported with accurate and current data. The role takes readings and performs calculations related to power plant equipment, and operates and monitors equipment outside the control room under the direction of the Lead Operator or Control Room Operator.

The position is temporary for 3–12 months and is based in the Lubbock, Midland, Odessa, and Amarillo area. The schedule consists of 12-hour rotating shifts, with availability required for emergency callouts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Employees must arrange their own transportation and may be reassigned to another location at the company’s discretion.

Work takes place in a power plant environment, both indoors and outdoors and in all temperatures and climate conditions, following Heat Stress procedures. The work may involve large rotating equipment, energized electrical equipment, high-noise areas, confined spaces, elevations exceeding 250 feet, and platforms at heights of 5 feet or greater. Operators must be able to respond to crises requiring immediate action to correct or limit hazardous or damaging situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience in a power plant environment, oilfield, or equivalent education and industrial experience.
• Drive and commitment to continue through the Operator training program, including Control Room Operator qualifications.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and respond to emergency callouts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to work in mentally stressful environments and react to crises requiring immediate action.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and monitor power plant equipment safely, efficiently, reliably, and in an environmentally sound manner.
• Recognize safety hazards and follow safety guidelines to protect oneself, coworkers, and the public.
• Learn proper operating procedures.
• Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings to troubleshoot equipment and resolve operational problems.
• Monitor and record data from instruments, recording charts, annunciator systems, and other monitoring devices in shift logs as directed by plant operating procedures.
• Perform routine cleaning of the work area.
• Take readings and perform calculations related to power plant equipment.
• Operate and monitor plant equipment outside the control room under the direction of the Lead Operator or Control Room Operator.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED