Power Plant Equipment Operator: Control & Optimize Systems

Nrg Bluewater Wind; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 102,266,000 - 155,793,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG Energy in Pekin, IL, seeks an Equipment Operator to operate power plant boilers and auxiliary systems under supervision. The role includes monitoring controls, maintaining logs, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting with outages and safety procedures.

Candidates should have a high school degree (or equivalent) and relevant plant experience; an associate degree is a plus. Competitive hourly pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of job safety requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to learn.
• Three–seven prior years of experience related to power plant operation and maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment under supervision for safety and efficiency.
• Monitor control room indicators and test equipment.
• Diagnose equipment problems and request repairs.
• Read OEM manuals and P&ID drawings for procedures.
• Maintain logs and daily operation reports; assist in outages and planning.
• Support training of other operators and maintain housekeeping standards.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Associate’s degree in industrial field

Job description

NRG Energy in Pekin, IL, seeks an Equipment Operator to operate power plant boilers and auxiliary systems under supervision. The role includes monitoring controls, maintaining logs, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting with outages and safety procedures.

Candidates should have a high school degree (or equivalent) and relevant plant experience; an associate degree is a plus. Competitive hourly pay and benefits apply.