Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic & Relief Operator

City Utilities of Springfield; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 86,764,000 - 126,479,000; Full time

Job summary

City Utilities of Springfield seeks a Relief Operator to assist in operating boilers, turbines and related equipment at the power plant. Under supervision, you will monitor equipment, take readings, and perform start/stop operations. You will break in for future relief operators, train juniors, and ensure safe, compliant operation.

Shift work with 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM, rotating days. Qualification includes high school diploma and 2 years of power plant experience, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Two years power plant/heavy industrial experience required.
• A valid driver’s license (minimum Class F) required.

Responsibilities

• Starts, stops, monitors, operates, and maintains plant equipment (boilers, turbines, pumps, etc.).
• Maintains coal flow to boilers and records hourly readings; reports unusual conditions.
• Responds to emergencies to maintain safe operation and protect equipment.
• Mentors junior Relief Operators and may step up to higher classifications.
• Uses logs and the Maintenance Management System to manage work orders and requests.

Skills

Power plant experience

Mechanical aptitude

Computers & handheld devices

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years power plant/heavy industrial experience (substitutable for 6 college credits)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintenance Management System

Job description

City Utilities of Springfield seeks a Relief Operator to assist in operating boilers, turbines and related equipment at the power plant. Under supervision, you will monitor equipment, take readings, and perform start/stop operations. You will break in for future relief operators, train juniors, and ensure safe, compliant operation.

Shift work with 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM, rotating days. Qualification includes high school diploma and 2 years of power plant experience, plus a valid driver’s license.