Plant Technician

TXU Energy; Monahans (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC in Monahans, Texas, seeks a Plant Technician responsible for safe and reliable operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of a gas-turbine powered generation facility.

You will perform instrument calibration, start-ups/shutdowns, equipment rounds, and follow strict safety procedures; candidates require 4–6 years in plant operations and completion of POSS/MASS testing.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of related experience in plant operations.
• High School Diploma or GED required; POSS/MASS tests required.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills; safety training compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable power generation.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshooting of alarms and control systems.
• Conduct equipment rounds and participate in start-ups and shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental procedures (Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Hot Work).
• Document issues and coordinate with maintenance to implement repairs.

Skills

Plant operations

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Control systems

Job description

## Plant TechnicianApply: Monahans, Texas: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 40016967If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.**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 troubleshootingKey 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, TexasTexas### *We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!*