Power Plant Electrician & Systems Technician

TXU Retail Services Company; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra in Jacksonville, Texas, seeks an experienced plant operator with electrical background to manage safe, efficient operation of a gas-fired power plant. The role includes equipment maintenance, control system operation, and data logging.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with POSS/MASS exams preferred. The job requires willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and perform multi-skill duties to support plant reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with related experience in power/industrial operations.
• Electrician background or strong electrical knowledge required.
• POSS/MASS exams may be required for candidacy.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and multi-skill qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, efficient operation and maintenance of a gas-fired power plant.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain pumps, boilers, turbines, valves, and related equipment.
• Operate PC-based control systems as Inside Operator; adjust turbine/generator loading from controls.
• Record data, report malfunctions, and complete MAXIMO work orders and logs.
• Prepare startup procedures and assist in plant reliability and uptime goals.

Skills

Power plant operations

Electrical experience

Mechanical aptitude

Shift work

Education

High School diploma or GED

POSS / MASS qualification exams

Tools

MAXIMO

Control systems software

Job description

Vistra in Jacksonville, Texas, seeks an experienced plant operator with electrical background to manage safe, efficient operation of a gas-fired power plant. The role includes equipment maintenance, control system operation, and data logging.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with POSS/MASS exams preferred. The job requires willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts and perform multi-skill duties to support plant reliability.