Plant Technician I - Entry-Level Operations & Maintenance

Vistra Corp; Alabama; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator to support safe, reliable operation of plant systems under supervision. You will read meters, log data, report anomalies, and assist with maintenance tasks and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and an eagerness to learn the physics of electrical systems. Training will cover instrument and control operations and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years related experience.
• Demonstrate standard computer-based skills.
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communication skills.
• Candidate may hold required state license if applicable.
• Familiar with physics of electrical circuits, electrical principles and hazards.
• Basic knowledge in use of electrical hand tools and metering equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads meters and records data at intervals in logs/computers.
• Reports malfunctions or abnormal readings to supervisor promptly.
• Provides mechanical, electrical, and instrument/control support for equipment.
• Understands operational relationships of plant equipment to systems.
• Performs troubleshooting and assists in problem resolution.
• Adheres to safety procedures (Lockout/Tagout, JSA, Confined Space, PPE).
• Supports clearance activities in electronic systems.
• Gains knowledge of the full plant cycle and operation.

Skills

Reading meters

Data logging

Oral & verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On the job training / trade school

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Metering equipment

Job description

Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator to support safe, reliable operation of plant systems under supervision. You will read meters, log data, report anomalies, and assist with maintenance tasks and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and an eagerness to learn the physics of electrical systems. Training will cover instrument and control operations and safety protocols.