RTU/SCADA Technician- Generation Services- Flexible job location

Luminant • Forney, TX

11d

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 Works under minimum supervision: Individual is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting RTU communications equipment for all Fossil Generation and Renewable facilities in the Vistra Fleet Understanding of media converters, fiber optic media, serial, IP networks and protocols (Modbus & DNP3) Interacts with multi-levels within the organization as well as outside vendors Perform Setup, testing, troubleshooting of Remote Telemetry Units and associated equipment Perform testing of Level 1 communications and point to point checkout for new data requirements and new site communications between DCS and/or GCS/TSP Using schematic diagrams and system knowledge, troubleshoot and repair communication systems and equipment Job Description Key Accountabilities Development, Configuration and installation of Remote Telemetry Units (RTU) for Thermal, Renewable & BESS Maintenance of all plant RTU (Remote Telemetry Units) associated data telemetry between the plant DCS, Generation Control System (GCS) and/or Transmission Service Provider (TSP), including testing, calibration, functional tests, troubleshooting and installation of upgrades or changes to telemetry requirements. Automatic Voltage Regulators/Power Stabilization System and associated control schemes that would impact ERCOT/MISO/PJM/CAISO telemetry, to include notification of testing to GCS/TSP. Interface with outside vendors/business partners Revise and maintain RTU drawings Support diagnostic/calibration tests on generation facilities’ electrical equipment (Generator CTs, PTs, meters, transducers, ancillary equipment) that impact RTU telemetry to DCS/GCS and/or TSP. Builds relationships with plant technicians and leadership LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Five (5) years acceptable job related experience highly preferred.
• Call outs
• Extended work hours
• Routine travel away from home
• Field work required
• Strenuous physical effort such as climbing, lifting; temperature extremes, and dusty environments
• Valid Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

• (Documented RTU related training a plus)
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Responsibilities

• Development, Configuration and installation of Remote Telemetry Units (RTU) for Thermal, Renewable & BESS
• Maintenance of all plant RTU (Remote Telemetry Units) associated data telemetry between the plant DCS, Generation Control System (GCS) and/or Transmission Service Provider (TSP), including testing, calibration, functional tests, troubleshooting and installation of upgrades or changes to telemetry requirements.
• Automatic Voltage Regulators/Power Stabilization System and associated control schemes that would impact ERCOT/MISO/PJM/CAISO telemetry, to include notification of testing to GCS/TSP.
• Interface with outside vendors/business partners
• Revise and maintain RTU drawings
• Support diagnostic/calibration tests on generation facilities’ electrical equipment (Generator CTs, PTs, meters, transducers, ancillary equipment) that impact RTU telemetry to DCS/GCS and/or TSP.
• Builds relationships with plant technicians and leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees