Power Plant Technician

Vistra Corp•Pardeesville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the overall operations to include operating, monitoring, and controlling the status of all power plant systems from the Control Room. Executes plant shut-down and start ups, responds to alarms and equipment issues, coordinates maintenance and work with current plant conditions and commercial commitments. Responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure proper functioning of equipment at a Gas Plant for the Gas fleet. Responsible for promoting safe, effective, and reliable operation.

Requirements

2 -4 years of related experience
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
All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position.
All communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

Nice To Haves

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.
Satisfactory completion of Tier 4 Job Performance Measures in primary job and satisfactory completion of Tier 2 Job Performance Measures in another skill.
Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Inspects, repairs, and maintains various types of plant equipment
May direct the work of employees
Understands and is able to ensure proper operation of the plant. May be responsible for plant oversight in the absence of management
Repairs and calibrates equipment
Troubleshoots equipment and systems
Develops and implements plant operating procedures
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
Actively trains others in area of expertise
Performs technical work or analysis of processes in areas of expertise
Gains knowledge of the entire plant cycle and how it functions