Plant Technician

Vistra Corp; Monahans (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC in Monahans, Texas, is seeking a Plant Operator to ensure safe and reliable operation of a power generation facility, utilizing GE 7EA and GE 7HA gas turbine technology. Responsibilities include plant operations, instrumentation/control maintenance, and adherence to safety/regulatory requirements.

The role involves equipment rounds, startups/shutdowns, troubleshooting alarms, calibration of field instrumentation, and collaboration to maximize safety and

Qualifications

• 4-6 years related experience.
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 within primary skill for position performance measure.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• POSS / MASS exams administered during selection process.
• If applicable, state license as recognized by the governing body (MA, OH).
• Computer based skills.
• Effective oral & verbal communications skills.
• Independent knowledge of troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in primary skill required of position.
• Maintains equipment at the plant and assists in troubleshooting and documentation.
• Performs daily maintenance, overhauls, calibration, troubleshooting, repair/replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and systems.
• Develops and implements plant operating procedures.
• Ensures adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures (Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE).

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Computer skills

Independence

Oral communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

POSS/MASS program completion

State license (MA, OH)

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe and reliable operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of a power generation facility utilizing GE 7EA and GE 7HA gas turbine technology. Performs plant operations and instrumentation/control maintenance, including equipment rounds, startups and shutdowns, troubleshooting of alarms and process issues, calibration and repair of field instrumentation, control system support, and maintenance of associated balance-of-plant equipment. Works collaboratively to maximize plant safety, reliability, availability, and efficiency while maintaining compliance with operating procedures and regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Proficient in primary skill required of position
• Proficient skills for maintaining equipment at the plant
• Performs troubleshooting and documentation, and assists in the resolution of problems discovered on shift
• Performs daily maintenance, overhauls, calibration, troubleshooting, repair/replacement and removal/installation of plant equipment and systems.
• Makes decisions and recommends appropriate repair techniques for plant equipment to peers, supervisors, plant management.
• Conducts excitation system inspections and preventive maintenance
• Proficient in operating material handling equipment
• Develops and implements plant operating procedures
• Understands relationship of equipment to plant systems
• May provide instruction and teaching to lower level employees
• Ensures strict adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures as they relate to plant operations and maintenance including but not limited to Lockout Tagout, Job Safety Analysis, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE

Level of position will be determined by applicable education and experience.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements

• 4 -6 years related experience
• Satisfactory completion of Tier 2 within primary skill for position job performance measure
• High School Diploma, or GED equivalent is required
• All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate’s email address provided during the application process.
• If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body of that particular state (MA, OH)
• Demonstrate computer based skills
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communications skills
• Independent knowledge of troubleshooting

Key Metrics

• Satisfactory completion of Tier 3 training and qualification requirements
• Demonstrate continual self improvement in job skills and knowledge.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Generation Company LLC

Locations

Monahans, Texas

Texas

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