Relief Unit Operator (Relief Control Room Operator) - Hugo Power Plant

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative•Hugo, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lead Shift Supervisor, the Relief Unit Operator safely, reliably, and efficiently operates the Hugo Power Plant, including the boiler, turbines, generator and all related auxiliaries. Incumbent will be called upon to work operations shifts as required due to absence, vacation, or illness as needed, otherwise will work a day work schedule.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's degree with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in power plant operations (turbine/generator and related equipment) or two (2) years at the Unit Auxiliary Operator level.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively with other employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to use a personal computer to access the Intranet and use Microsoft Office software and other software programs as required.
Must be familiar with DCS Control System.
This job requires a current driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience is in a coal fired power plant with a DCS control system.
Directly related education may be substituted for experience at a rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.
Additional site-specific training may be required.

Responsibilities

Coordinates with and provides direction and instruction to the Unit Auxiliary Operator, Boiler Auxiliary Operator, and Fuel System Operator to achieve the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the plant, within guidelines set forth by the Shift Supervisor.
Operates the plant systems within established operating guidelines and directions.
Makes necessary adjustments to the DCS control system to assure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the plant to meet demands and conditions.
Under the direction of the Shift Supervisor, coordinates start-up operation and shut down of equipment and systems.
Completes required reports, forms, and makes daily log entries.
Assists in training other plant personnel.
Advises the Shift Supervisor of any unusual conditions, enters maintenance requests as required and keeps the System Operator informed of any plant equipment condition that may limit unit output.
Responds to abnormal or emergency situations and takes prompt and proper action as necessary to protect equipment from damage and personnel from danger or injury.
Performs periodic functional tests.
Maintains areas of responsibility in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
Completes required training within established time frames.
Performs Shift Supervisor duties when required.