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Plant Operator - Power Plant
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | poughkeepsie, New York |
About this job
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Wheelabrator Technologies operates 15 waste-to-energy facilities and four independent power production facilities located across the United States. By generating clean, renewable energy, we are leading the way in reducing America's dependence on traditional fuels. We've been nationally recognized for our positive impact on the environment, and our facilities actively participate in OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program as Star Worksites, making Wheelabrator one of the most safety-conscious employers in the country. To learn more please visit us at: wheelabratortechnologies.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location.
Monitor and control boilers, turbine, and auxiliary plant equipment from the control room to maintain safe, efficient and continuous plant operation. Duties include the following:
Maintains safe and efficient boiler operation including maintaining productive boiler combustion, maximize generation, manage in-plant power consumption, operates facility within all applicable permits.
Monitors plant operational and emissions data; detects and responds to changing conditions with regard to maximizing plant safety and efficiency.
Coordinates, directs, and trains all subordinates as required.
Oversees the operation of plant equipment and dispatch operators for local monitoring for safe operation. Works with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and ascertains probable cause.
Reads meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions. Records data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance.
Works overtime and rotating shifts.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
Bachelors or Associates degree or equivalent is desirable.
Two years working in power plant environment as APO or comparable position, or 5 years related experience or training in power plant environment.
Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such tasks as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
None required.
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire state licenses
Math skills sufficient to complete required job functions.
Knowledge and understanding of the operation and control of a steam generating power plant.
Military or maritime experience preferred.
Benefits
At Wheelabrator Technologies, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click. "Apply Now."
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Wheelabrator Technologies operates 15 waste-to-energy facilities and four independent power production facilities located across the United States. By generating clean, renewable energy, we are leading the way in reducing America's dependence on traditional fuels. We've been nationally recognized for our positive impact on the environment, and our facilities actively participate in OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program as Star Worksites, making Wheelabrator one of the most safety-conscious employers in the country. To learn more please visit us at: wheelabratortechnologies.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location.
Monitor and control boilers, turbine, and auxiliary plant equipment from the control room to maintain safe, efficient and continuous plant operation. Duties include the following:
Maintains safe and efficient boiler operation including maintaining productive boiler combustion, maximize generation, manage in-plant power consumption, operates facility within all applicable permits.
Monitors plant operational and emissions data; detects and responds to changing conditions with regard to maximizing plant safety and efficiency.
Coordinates, directs, and trains all subordinates as required.
Oversees the operation of plant equipment and dispatch operators for local monitoring for safe operation. Works with maintenance to troubleshoot problems and ascertains probable cause.
Reads meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions. Records data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance.
Works overtime and rotating shifts.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
Bachelors or Associates degree or equivalent is desirable.
Two years working in power plant environment as APO or comparable position, or 5 years related experience or training in power plant environment.
Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such tasks as replacement of shear pins, valve repacking, and equipment inspections.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
None required.
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire state licenses
Math skills sufficient to complete required job functions.
Knowledge and understanding of the operation and control of a steam generating power plant.
Military or maritime experience preferred.
Benefits
At Wheelabrator Technologies, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click. "Apply Now."
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