Power Plant Operations Technician

Entergy Corporation; Willis (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Corporation in Willis, Texas, seeks a Maintenance Operator to join a rotating shift with supervision. The role monitors and operating power plant equipment, starting and stopping units, isolating and tagging for maintenance, and performing rounds and lubrication as required.

You will progress through Maintenance Operator levels up to Operations Technician, with emphasis on safety, reliability, efficiency and cost control; prior experience and testing requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Preferred: Process Technology/Instrumentation or Electronics degree or equivalent work experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in Operations or similar field.
• Entry level with background in Process Technology/Instrumentation.
• Power Plant and/or Maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate turbine, generator, boiler systems and related equipment.
• Perform routine operator rounds and lubrication of rotating equipment.
• Maintain safety, reliability, efficiency and cost targets.
• Prepare records and reports and follow environmental procedures.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Safety awareness

Reading gauges

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Process Technology/Instrumentation degree or equivalent

Tools

Instrumentation equipment

Control systems

Job description

Entergy Corporation in Willis, Texas, seeks a Maintenance Operator to join a rotating shift with supervision. The role monitors and operating power plant equipment, starting and stopping units, isolating and tagging for maintenance, and performing rounds and lubrication as required.

You will progress through Maintenance Operator levels up to Operations Technician, with emphasis on safety, reliability, efficiency and cost control; prior experience and testing requirements apply.