Senior Station Operator

City of Burlington, Vermont•Burlington, VT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Station Operator is responsible for local operational functions at McNeil Generating Station, including monitoring valves, instrumentation, and equipment operation, and assisting maintenance staff. The role supports the safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally sound operation of the station and its equipment. The position is affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), is Pay Grade 12, and pays $30.09–$49.34 per hour. It is listed as Remote Tier 1, with zero remote days per week. Burlington Electric is hiring one person for the Station Operator crew; applications for both Station Operator and Senior Station Operator will be considered for the opening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Technical degree or license for boiler/turbine operations. Additional experience in combustion process, lubrication, electricity, chemistry, steam cycle, valve types, and generating units may substitute for the technical degree requirement on a two-for-one-year basis.
For employees hired after September 1, 2018, a certificate in boiler/turbine operation is required.
Attend boiler/turbine operation training every five years to maintain Senior Operator level.
At least five years of experience as a Station Operator.
Working knowledge of the combustion process, lubrication, electricity, chemistry, steam cycle, valve types, and generating units.
Ability to work in close proximity to electrical voltages up to 480V.
Qualification on BED 480V Fuse Changeout McNeil Qualification.
Skills to distinguish exposed live parts from other parts of electric equipment.
Proficiency in precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment.
Proficiency in recognizing system Arc Flash requirements.
Attend BED-sponsored annual Electric Safe Work Practices training.
Ability to give and follow complex written and oral instructions.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to adapt to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
Good physical condition.
Regular attendance.
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules, and personnel policies.
Ability to interact harmoniously with coworkers.
Ability to participate in training, including CST, CPR, First Aid, and all required training.
Ability to work overtime as needed consistent with the BED/IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, evidenced by ongoing training and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of plant circuit breaker operations.
Previous experience at McNeil Station.
Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test.

Responsibilities

Test, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, inspect, monitor, and operate station equipment, including 480V electrical equipment once qualified.
Perform routine water purification duties, including monitoring and maintaining chemical tank levels.
Work with the Shift Supervisor to help ensure the station operates safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound manner.
Manually operate systems for station startup and shutdown.
Monitor and maintain lubrication systems on plant equipment.
Record station operating parameters and notify appropriate personnel of unusual occurrences or operating problems.
Follow station safety policies and procedures.
Assume Shift Supervisor responsibilities as needed or directed, including operation of Control Room equipment for Winooski One Hydro Generating Station and McNeil Generating Station systems.
Assist with training shift personnel as needed.
Operate machinery and heavy equipment, including a front-end loader and dump truck.
Assist the Station Operator, Auxiliary Operator, and Yard Worker as needed.
Clean assigned areas.
Perform preventative maintenance on station equipment as needed.
Cover the shift of a Station Operator, Auxiliary Operator, or Yard Worker as needed.
Assist maintenance staff as needed.
Unload railcars.
Perform other duties as required.