Plant Technician I: Entry-Level Operator of Plant Systems

Vistra Energy; Graham (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Energy in Graham, Texas is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator to gain basic operational knowledge of all plant systems and operate equipment within specifications and environmental regulations under experienced supervision.

You will read meters, log data, report malfunctions, and support mechanical, electrical, and control tasks while adhering to strict safety protocols and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years related experience.
• Demonstrate standard computer-based skills.
• Demonstrate effective oral & verbal communication skills.
• If applicable, candidate will hold the required level of state license as recognized by the governing body (MA, OH).
• If applicable, candidate will have completed On the Job Training and/or formal trade school and is familiar with physics of electrical circuits, electrical principles, and hazards.
• Basic knowledge in the use of electrical hand tools and metering equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads meters and records data at specified intervals in logs and computers.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment or abnormal readings to supervisor and documents it.
• Provides mechanical, electrical, and instrument/control skills for maintaining equipment.
• Understands relationships of mechanical/electrical equipment to plant systems.
• Performs troubleshooting and assists in problem resolution.
• Adheres to safety and environmental procedures including LOTO, JSA, Confined Space, Hot Work, Electrical Safety and PPE.
• Assists with electronic clearance system activities.
• Uses Computer Based Maintenance system and other software applications.
• Gains knowledge of the entire plant cycle and functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Metering equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

0-2 years related experience

State license if applicable (MA, OH)

On the Job Training/formal trade school

Physics of electrical circuits and hazards

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Metering equipment

Job description

Vistra Energy in Graham, Texas is seeking an entry-level Plant Operator to gain basic operational knowledge of all plant systems and operate equipment within specifications and environmental regulations under experienced supervision.

You will read meters, log data, report malfunctions, and support mechanical, electrical, and control tasks while adhering to strict safety protocols and company policies.