Plant Operator I

Company: Lower Colorado River Authority
Location: La Grange
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Plant Operator I Apply now Job No: 495004 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: La Grange, TX City: LaGrange State: Texas Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom) At an entry level, assists plant operations staff and other personnel as assigned, in monitoring, operating switchgear, operating and isolating equipment problems associated with a (coal-fired, gas or combined-cycle gas) power plant, according to established operating procedures. This position develops competence by performing structured work assignments and receives instruction, guidance and direction from supervisor, manager and/or more experienced colleagues. You will be trusted to: Upon completion of required training, monitors and operates all equipment in assigned area of responsibility. Isolates and tags out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures. Acquires knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures. Completes and submits all logs and reports to immediate supervisor, as instructed. Assists maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages. Performs unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment. For incumbents assigned to Fayette Power Project: o As qualified by plant training staff, assists with plant and fuel yard operations and maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment, electrical equipment and/or systems associated with the material handling and processing of coal (e.g., coal stack-out unloading systems, coal reclaim systems, plowfeeders, trippers and rotary car dumper, motors, breakers, gear reducers, conveyor belts, hydraulic systems, bearings, equipment alignment, welding and fabrication, heavy equipment and fire systems). You qualify with: * Zero or more years of experience in the inspection, monitoring and maintenance of power plant and/or coal yard equipment, including the isolation and tagging of systems. * Driver's license You are a great fit with: You gain: * Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance * Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave * 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option * Life and disability insurance * Wellness program including wellness incentive * Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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