Operator, Plant

NV Energy; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NV Energy seeks a qualified Plant Operator to support energy production in Nevada. You will operate and monitor turbines, generators, and plant systems, ensuring efficient, safe operations while maintaining detailed logs and responding to abnormal conditions.

Two years of related mechanical, electrical, or controls experience is required or an equivalent technical degree. The role involves maintenance support and coordination with dispatch during shifts and outages.

Qualifications

• Two years of related mechanical, electrical or instrument and controls experience in industrial process or electric utility settings.
• Associate of science degree in a technical field or related military experience or ISA certifications (CCST/CMRT) preferred.
• Combination of relevant experience, skills and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor power plant equipment to maintain safe, reliable energy production.
• Record data, run logs, and communicate abnormal plant conditions to dispatch.
• Assist in maintenance, testing, and basic repairs as trained; participate in standby and outage activities.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Instrumentation

Education

Associate of science degree in a technical field

Job description

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. NV Energy has an exciting career opportunity available.

Note: Immigration Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For more information regarding work visas, please visit www.uscis.gov

Plant Operator

Supports the efficient cost effective production of electric energy by operating and controlling power plant equipment. Monitors instrumentation to determine plant conditions. Performs actions necessary to keep the plant operating within prescribed limits. Respond quickly to abnormal plant conditions or requirements. Operating duties include inspection, preventative maintenance and repairs of plant equipment. Assists in the development, defining, and training of overall operations policies and procedures. Operates and monitors turbines, generators, water treatment equipment and plant auxiliary equipment. Maintain high personnel and equipment safety and environmental compliance standards and practices. Cooperates with system dispatchers relative to load voltage changes, frequency and switch requirements, adjusting controls of generating equipment accordingly to operating conditions and synchronizes the equipment with the system; and maintains daily log, a record of all dispatcher and trouble calls, and visitors records. Maintains orderly control room, work area and all equipment and panels in a clean and orderly manner. Makes proper shift turnover, informs relief fully on existing and preceding operating conditions of the plant and system. Acts as part of overhaul crew during plant shutdown, or any emergency when necessary. May be required to perform any operation function in the plant including the inspection and operation of plant auxiliary equipment . Must be familiar with trip functions and testing of all equipment as directed. Supplement maintenance by performing basic maintenance duties as trained. May be required to direct daily operating work assignments and assist in the development of schedules, planning functions, project activities and job related reports. Employees will perform any and all tasks for which they are properly trained and can competently and safely perform.

Minimum qualifications for this position includes two years of related mechanical, electrical or instrument and controls experience within industrial process, electric utility, mining, propulsion, chemical, heavy construction and one or more of the following: associate of science degree in a technical field from an accredited institution, relevant military experience, ISA CCST certification, ISA CIMM or CMRT documentation, documented journeyman accreditation, or a combination of relevant experience, skills, and education.

Will be required to achieve additional operator and maintenance qualifications in accordance with training standards. Candidates will be required to pass an oral or written examination or performance test covering the above qualifications.