Plant Technician

Luminant Generation Company LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking a Plant Operator in Monahans, Texas to safely operate and maintain a power generation facility using GE 7EA and GE 7HA gas turbine technology. You will conduct equipment rounds, startups, shutdowns, and troubleshooting, ensuring high reliability and efficiency while adhering to procedures and regulatory requirements.

You will perform calibrations, instrument maintenance, and support control systems and balance-of-plant equipment, collaborating with team

Qualifications

• 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.
• POSS / MASS exams consideration by HR and testing communications via candidate email.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe and reliable operation and maintenance of a power generation facility with GE 7EA/GE 7HA gas turbine technology.
• Perform plant operations, monitoring, troubleshooting of alarms and process issues, and calibration/repair of field instrumentation.
• Maintain compliance with operating procedures and regulatory requirements; support control systems and balance-of-plant equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Control systems

Oral & written comms

Education

High School Diploma or GED

POSS / MASS program eligibility

Tools

State license eligibility (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.

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

Company Values

• Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.

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