Dillard Powerhouse - Operator

Roseburg Forest Products; Dillard (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Roseburg Forest Products in Dillard, Oregon, seeks a skilled operator to safely run the Dillard steam plant, including high-pressure boilers and turbines. The role covers distributing electrical loads, assisting island mode during power events, and maintaining automation systems.

The position requires 12-hour rotating shifts on a 28-day cycle with overtime opportunities, and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of turbine generators, high pressure boilers and related technical systems involving electrical and steam.
• Experience with Factory Talk and CMMS software such as EAM.
• Experience working around high voltage equipment and steam systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Dillard steam plant safely, including three high-pressure boilers and associated power generation.
• Distribute 12,500 Volt and 4,160 Volt electrical loads to the Dillard complex and grid; assist island mode when needed.
• Monitor BAS alarms and automation systems; complete work orders for preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Turbine generators

High pressure boilers

Electrical systems

Steam systems

Safety compliance

Tools

Factory Talk

CMMS (EAM)

Job description

• This role requires 12 hour rotating shifts on a 28 day cycle, opportunities for overtime are available***

Brief Description

• This role requires 12 hour rotating shifts on a 28 day cycle, opportunities for overtime are available***

About Roseburg Forest Products

Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company based in Springfield, Oregon. With a legacy in sustainable forestry and innovative wood products manufacturing, we are a leading North American producer of engineered wood, exterior trim, plywood, lumber, and medium density fiberboard (MDF). Our products shape and support homes, workplaces, and industries, while our timberlands protect forest health for future generations and provide high-quality wood fiber for our integrated operations.

At Roseburg, we believe in making lives better from the ground up through the products we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we support. Our team of passionate professionals value safety, integrity, and excellence in all we do. From the mill to the forest to the office, you’ll find opportunities to grow and contribute to a company that cares for people, communities, and the environment.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.roseburg.com.

Roseburg offers an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and matching 401(k). Join the industry leader of wood products today!

This position will safely operate the Dillard steam plant, which consists of three high pressure steam boilers with the combined capacity of 550,000 lbs. per hour of 600lb steam

Five Combined steam turbines capable of 35 MW of power generation

The operator is responsible for the distribution of the 12,500 Volt and 4160 Volt electrical load to the Dillard complex and to the grid, and will assist with configuring the plant to "Island Mode" if loss of power occurs from PP&L.

This position monitors BAS (building automation system) alarms, and controls within the steam plant. The team member in this role must maintain the skills necessary for the ever-changing technology-based automation systems, by training and learning daily. The team member will be expected to complete a Work order to help with preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on power plant, and building equipment.

Decisions

Position works as a member of a team. Decisions made by this position affect the entire complex. The team member is responsible for maintaining a continuous flow of electricity, steam, and air to the complex in normal and emergency situations. Additional job-related decisions may include when to start or stop equipment, interpreting equipment data and applying corrective actions.

Work Schedule

This position works non-typical hours/shifts and is classified as Dupont schedule. Rotation of 12hrs nights and days.

Minimum Requirements

knowledge of turbine generators, high pressure boilers and related technical systems involving electrical and steam.

Professional Competencies

• Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the goals of the company.
• Work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem solving and positive interactions.
• Take the initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it.
• Actively look for ways to improve the plant or procedures.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
• Maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Model the highest ethical standards.
• Provide superior customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating high pressured boilers of 600 psi or greater.
• Experience operating steam turbines.
• Experience working around high voltage equipment and lines.
• Knowledge or some background with steam turbines.
• Knowledge or some background with utility distribution ideally.
• Knowledge or some background with maintenance of Boilers, Air compressors, DA Tanks, RO units, Pumps, and valves.
• Experience with software like Factory Talk, and CMMS software such as EAM.

Requirements

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERAN