Power Plant Operator

Vistra•Beverly, WA

12h

About The Position

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary Responsible for basic operational knowledge of all plant systems and perform operation of the equipment within specification and environmental regulations and will work under the direction of skilled Plant Technicians. Responsible for continuing to learn the proper function and perform maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation. Job Description Key Accountabilities: Required duties depend upon the particular field requiring skills for advancement. Assisting/performing troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning, daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repair /replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and structures. Provides skills for maintaining equipment at the plant Perform clearances in LOTOV under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor Utilizes/operates various types of hand, power, precision or machine tools necessary to support safe and productive work environments. Maintains a working knowledge of all electronic control systems and computers Understands and follows current safety and environmental regulations necessary to conduct all phases of work Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements: 2 -4 years of related experience in a power plant, chemical plant or other similar industrial setting. Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures composed of basic: Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH) Demonstrate standard computer based skills Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills If applicable, candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E Must successfully pass POSS/MASS test Physical Requirements: Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment, accurately read and interpret instruments and gauges. Ability to respond to plant emergencies Ability to perform demanding work at heights under adverse conditions and when participating in emergency activities Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and enter confined spaces as required to complete assigned task Ability to lift 50 lbs Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test This position can be filled at a level I, II, III or IV depending on experience level Key Metrics: Progression of skill within primary skill set. Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 job performance measures predominately composed of Sign-offs of demonstrating different primary and auxiliary system operations and maintenance relevant to primary skill. Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without

Requirements

2 -4 years of related experience in a power plant, chemical plant or other similar industrial setting.
Satisfactory completion of Tier 1 job performance measures composed of basic: Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument and Controls
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH)
Demonstrate standard computer based skills
Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills
If applicable, candidate must meet the requirement of PT1-E Must successfully pass POSS/MASS test
Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment, accurately read and interpret instruments and gauges.
Ability to respond to plant emergencies
Ability to perform demanding work at heights under adverse conditions and when participating in emergency activities
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and enter confined spaces as required to complete assigned task
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to pass a respirator physical and fit test

Responsibilities

Responsible for basic operational knowledge of all plant systems
Perform operation of the equipment within specification and environmental regulations
Work under the direction of skilled Plant Technicians
Responsible for continuing to learn the proper function and perform maintenance of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet
Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation
Assisting/performing troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning, daily maintenance, construction, demolition, overhauls, repair /replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and structures
Provides skills for maintaining equipment at the plant
Perform clearances in LOTOV under the direction of a senior operator or supervisor
Utilizes/operates various types of hand, power, precision or machine tools necessary to support safe and productive work environments
Maintains a working knowledge of all electronic control systems and computers
Understands and follows current safety and environmental regulations necessary to conduct all phases of work
Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE