Power Plant Operations Assistant - Hands-on Training & Growth

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts invite applications for the Power Plant Operations Assistant at the Puente Hills facility. The role is designed to develop hands-on expertise with high-pressure steam systems, turbine-generator equipment, and plant control systems, with structured training and on-the-job development aimed at advancing to Power Plant Operator I and other higher-level roles.

The assignment is expected to last about 2 to 4 years, with the option of pursuing advancement within

Qualifications

• Familiar with basic hand tools and measurement tools.
• Understanding of steam generating power plant basics and instrumentation is helpful.
• Commitment to safety practices in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in operation and maintenance of plant equipment under supervision.
• Adjust load and voltage of equipment as needed.
• Inspect and calibrate boiler and plant equipment not fully controlled by computer systems.
• Record and report abnormal conditions to higher-level operators.
• Monitor plant instrumentation and complete operational logs.
• Assist in minor plant maintenance and repairs as directed.

Skills

Basic hand tools

Steam plant basics

Safety practices

Job description

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts invite applications for the Power Plant Operations Assistant at the Puente Hills facility. The role is designed to develop hands-on expertise with high-pressure steam systems, turbine-generator equipment, and plant control systems, with structured training and on-the-job development aimed at advancing to Power Plant Operator I and other higher-level roles.

The assignment is expected to last about 2 to 4 years, with the option of pursuing advancement within