Control Room Operator - Combined Cycle Power Plant

JOB INFORMATION

job Title: Plant Operator Senior

Job Code: 127956

Salary Grade: Technical 42

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to monitor and operate controls in the centralized control room of the Power Plant to control the loading and operation of generating units and associated equipment. Observes operating parameters of equipment and assures that optimum operating conditions are maintained. Required to perform Plant Operator duties on an as needed basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Primary duty to operate the Control Room and may also operate the Auxiliaries, as needed, with limited supervision.
• May act as Operating Authority, as required.
• Assists in the training and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Monitors, operates and checks equipment.
• Identifies abnormal equipment operations.
• Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
• Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry tests.
• Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
• Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
• Executes clearance procedures.
• Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
• Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
• Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
• Works with other craft and plant personnel as required.
• Continually seeks process improvement to save cost and increase efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree in a technical discipline, And 5 years experience in a technical field; Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 7 years experience in a technical field; Or
• Prior military service for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214, And 6 years experience in a technical field. Or
• High School Diploma/GED And 2 Direct plant experience at the same Power Plant and successful completion of Board Review.
• A certificate of completion from a vocational trade institution in a technical field is equivalent to 1 year of technical experience.
• Experience must include 3 years experience in a power plant or other process controlled environment including oil/gas/chemical refining and/or processing or manufacturing, And
• Must also include 1 year experience as a qualified control room operator in a power plant.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to carry pager and/or cell phone while on call and responding to call outs, potentially including weekends and holidays.
• May be required to work beyond normal 40-hour workweek.
• Subject to operating personal computer for extended periods.
• Requires occasional travel primarily via automobile (some overnight) to remote locations throughout the system to monitor operations equipment and activities.
• Must be able to move about on foot and follow safety, emergency response procedures and regulations.
• Must possess Operator Qualification modules within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
• Must complete required Process Safety Management Training within a specified time determined by organization upon job entry.
• Physical Demands
• Frequently Standing
• Frequently Walking
• Occasionally Sitting
• Frequently Lifting up to 40 pounds
• Frequently Carrying up to 40 pounds
• Frequently Pushing up to 22 pounds
• Frequently Pulling up to 22 pounds
• Occasionally Climbing
• N/A Balancing
• Frequently Stooping
• Occasionally Kneeling
• Occasionally Crouching
• Occasionally Crawling
• Frequently Reaching
• N/A Handling
• Frequently Grasping
• N/A Feeling
• N/A Talking
• N/A Hearing
• Occasionally Repetitive Motions
• Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• For additional information about physical demands, go to oge.com/physical demands

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrated proficiency in LOTO (Lock out tag out) procedures to include both field and administrative SAP duties.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of all Auxiliary plant, equipment, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of plant operation via the Turbine Control HMI or Plant DCS.
• Demonstrated strong ability to effectively use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management.
• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrated strong ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
• Demonstrated strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant problems effectively.
• Demonstrated strong ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
• Demonstrated strong ability to understand plant and equipment systems/processes.
• Demonstrated strong ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
• Demonstrated strong ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
• Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated strong ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of basic math.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipefitting, etc.).

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Audiogram Baseline
• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• Safety Sensitive

SALARY RANGE

$82,035 - $102,606