Entry-Level Power Plant Operator — Training Included

LCRA; La Grange (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LCRA is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator I to support operations at a coal-fired power plant. You will monitor equipment, operate switchgear, isolate and tag out equipment, and troubleshoot process initiatives.

This role offers structured training and hands-on development. You will work with maintenance and instrumentation teams during outages, and perform routine rounds to monitor equipment and ensure safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Zero or more years of experience in plant operations or maintenance.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance per procedures.
• Monitor equipment and learn operating parameters to report abnormal conditions.
• Complete and submit logs and reports to supervisor as directed.
• Assist maintenance and instrumentation during outages and perform rounds.

Skills

Safety awareness

Procedural compliance

Communication

Job description

LCRA is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator I to support operations at a coal-fired power plant. You will monitor equipment, operate switchgear, isolate and tag out equipment, and troubleshoot process initiatives.

This role offers structured training and hands-on development. You will work with maintenance and instrumentation teams during outages, and perform routine rounds to monitor equipment and ensure safe, reliable operations.