Hydroelectric Plant Operator: Dams, Generators & Safety

City-of-Seattle; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 93,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is recruiting Hydroelectric Operators for the Skagit Hydroelectric Project. You will operate a hydroelectric plant and related equipment, coordinating activities affecting the operation and safety of the hydroelectric plant, dams, waterways, and workers.

Qualified candidates will have experience in electrical trades or hydroelectric operations, and must meet safety and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Experience operating a hydroelectric power plant.
• Familiarity with WECC, FERC and NERC standards.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors electric, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment in a hydroelectric plant.
• Ensures worker safety when malfunctions occur.
• Safely operate a boat in day or night and in poor weather.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Hydroelectric operations

WECC/FERC/NERC standards

Job description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is recruiting Hydroelectric Operators for the Skagit Hydroelectric Project. You will operate a hydroelectric plant and related equipment, coordinating activities affecting the operation and safety of the hydroelectric plant, dams, waterways, and workers.

Qualified candidates will have experience in electrical trades or hydroelectric operations, and must meet safety and licensing requirements.