Part-Time Plant Operator

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy seeks a Power Plant Operator to support hydro plant operations and water intakes, with a strong emphasis on reliability and safety. You will inspect, start/stop units, and maintain logs while coordinating with contractors and responding to issues around the clock.

The role requires practical plant experience, PLC/instrumentation familiarity, and a commitment to safety. A valid driver's license and a high school diploma are required; engineering or physical sciences

Qualifications

• Two years of related power plant or industrial experience preferred.
• Unwavering safety commitment for employees, contractors, and the public.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and instrumentation calibration preferred.
• Ability to document downtime events to regional management promptly.
• Basic industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite for business communications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily plant and intake inspections.
• Start and stop generating units and auxiliaries per procedures.
• Perform safety inspections and monitor security systems with logs.
• Operate heavy equipment and tools including chain saws.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to support reliability.
• Cover weekend duty and holidays on a rotating schedule.
• Develop plant safety and JSA procedures.
• Respond to calls any hour to address emergent issues.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors in their activities.
• Participate in company safety programs.

Skills

Two years experience

Safety mindset

PLC troubleshooting

Instrumentation & control

Downtime reporting

Industrial maintenance

Driver's license

Communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Engineering or Physical Sciences degree

Vocational certificate or degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Hand and power tools

PLC/Instrumentation tools

Job description

About the role:

The purpose of the Power Plant Operator is to support the overall operation of the hydro-electric power plant and the associated water intakes to maximize the reliability and efficiency of the electrical generating system. Safety being front of mind is paramount to our success, as is a strong commitment to environmental and regulatory compliance.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct daily plant and intake inspections.
• Start and stop the generating units and auxiliary equipment per established procedures.
• Conduct safety inspections and monitor security systems, keeping accurate logs and reports.
• Operate heavy equipment as well as an assortment of hand and power tools including chain saws.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance in support of the reliability of the plant.
• Work on a rotating schedule to cover weekend duty and holidays.
• Assist in developing plant safety procedures and JSA procedures.
• Respond to calls at all hours of the day to react to emergent plant issues.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors in the performance of their activities.
• Participate in any safety programs developed by the company.

What you’ll need:

• At least two years of related experience in a power plant or industrial setting highly preferred.
• An unwavering commitment to safety, both for ECRE employees and contractors and the public in general.
• Instrumentation and control system experience, including troubleshooting of PLC based control systems and general calibration of instrumentation devices preferred.
• Ability to communicate and report all downtime related events in a timely manner to the regional manager.
• Experience with basic industrial maintenance techniques preferred.
• The ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational certificate or degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Outlook, etc.) for use in business communication.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform manual tasks including but not limited to:
  • The operation of hand and power tools and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
  • Being able to bend and maneuver in tight, cramped quarters.
  • Ability to work in hot, noisy, and dark environments, often alone and isolated.
  • Comfortability working at heights and around water.
  • Ability to work with and wear respiratory protection.
  • Reach with hands and arms above shoulder level and at shoulder level.
  • Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time.
  • Grip and manually manipulate, often in repetitive motion, items such as but not limited to hand tools and machine parts.
  • Read and identify labels, gauges, dials, and indicators typically encountered in performing job duties.
• Possess clear and effective verbal communication in all circumstances, including emergency situations and giving/receiving instructions over a radio.

Eagle Creek Hydro Operations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer