Power Plant Operations Leader

Calpine Corporation; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine is seeking an experienced operations leader to manage daily production activities at a power plant. You will plan, direct, and supervise an operations team to ensure efficient, reliable performance while maintaining safety and environmental compliance.

You will oversee safety programs, training/certifications, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Strong leadership and technical knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous work leadership or senior level contributor experience.
• Typically requires minimum of 5+ years of power plant operations experience, preferably heavy frame combustion turbine background.
• Strong computer skills including experience with spreadsheets, databases and word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations and production activities.
• Plan and direct the work activities of operations personnel.
• Supervises operators in all aspects of power plant operations.
• Assure operational efficiency, reliability and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Develops and coordinates plant safety programs, including oversight of training certifications, compliance and tag‑out procedures.

Skills

Power plant operations

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s preferred

Job description

Calpine is seeking an experienced operations leader to manage daily production activities at a power plant. You will plan, direct, and supervise an operations team to ensure efficient, reliable performance while maintaining safety and environmental compliance.

You will oversee safety programs, training/certifications, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Strong leadership and technical knowledge are essential for success.