Power Plant Control Room Operator — Shift Leader

Alliant Energy Corporation; Kemper (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks an Apprentice or Journey level plant operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of steam turbine generating units and auxiliaries at Burlington Generating Station in Iowa. The role emphasizes safety leadership, adherence to environmental and safety rules, and timely reporting of abnormal conditions.

You will operate control equipment, monitor gauges, start and shut down units, and assist with training, PMs, and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read P&ID’s and operating manuals.
• Mechanical aptitude and reading and math knowledge.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment during emergencies.
• Safety training such as Lock-Out/Tag-Out may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate control equipment to ensure safe operation of boilers, turbines and auxiliaries.
• Start, operate, inspect and shut down steam generating units and related equipment.
• Observe and record pressures, temperatures and flows; monitor meters and gauges.
• Prepare logs and reports; inform supervisor of abnormal conditions.
• Assist in training and housekeeping; perform PM and assist maintenance.

Skills

P&ID reading

Reading

Math knowledge

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

First Aid/CPR

Judgment under emergencies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Alliant Energy seeks an Apprentice or Journey level plant operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of steam turbine generating units and auxiliaries at Burlington Generating Station in Iowa. The role emphasizes safety leadership, adherence to environmental and safety rules, and timely reporting of abnormal conditions.

You will operate control equipment, monitor gauges, start and shut down units, and assist with training, PMs, and maintenance tasks.