POWER PLANT OPERATOR

City of Burbank; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burbank operates a turbo electric generating plant and seeks a Power Plant Operator to manage boiler controls, monitor plant instrumentation, and maintain logs on a rotating shift. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, two years boiler experience (or completion of a Power Plant Operator Trainee program) and a solid grasp of safety standards and water treatment.

You will train new operators, support maintenance activities, and assist with plant operations during non-peak periods.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of high-pressure boiler operation and plant safety practices.
• Ability to observe, record and interpret plant data accurately.
• Willingness to work rotating/relief shifts and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate boiler controls and monitor plant instrumentation.
• Perform rounds, adjust loads, log data and fuel consumption.
• Maintain lubrication and water treatment records.
• Assist in maintenance and train new operators as needed.
• Drive on City business when required.

Skills

High-pressure boiler operation

Data observation & recording

Rotating/relief shift work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; two years boiler experience or Power Plant Operator Trainee program

Job description

OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT

Open to all qualified candidates

Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:

Week of 11/30/26 - Blind Application and Supplemental Scoring
Week of 12/07/26 - Oral Examination

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

Under supervision, on an assigned shift, to assist in the general operation of a turbo electric generating plant and to be responsible for the operation of boiler controls and/or plant auxiliaries; and to do related work as required.

Operates plant equipment; stands watch at boiler controls; makes regular rounds to attend to operation of plant auxiliary equipment; adjusts load and voltages of electric generators; lubricates machinery and maintains lubrication records; operates water treatment equipment; makes tests on plant waters; adds chemical treatment to boilers, feed water and cooling water; makes frequent inspections of plant equipment; reports abnormal conditions to Power Plant Shift Supervisor and takes corrective action; closely observes plant instrumentation and maintains operational standards; makes adjustments to plant equipment including packing on valves, gauge glasses and pumps; enters required and pertinent data on logs; calculates plant fuel consumption; keeps records, and files plant operating records and charts; closely monitors burners, furnaces, and settings; cleans and adjusts burners; keeps control room and assigned areas clean and orderly; assists in maintenance work when operating assignments are not required; assists in training new Power Plant Operators and Utility Workers; drives on City business. Operates plant equipment; stands watch at boiler controls; makes regular rounds to attend to operation of plant auxiliary equipment; adjusts load and voltages of electric generators; lubricates machinery and maintains lubrication records; operates water treatment equipment; makes tests on plant waters; adds chemical treatment to boilers, feed water and cooling water; makes frequent inspections of plant equipment; reports abnormal conditions to Power Plant Shift Supervisor and takes corrective action; closely observes plant instrumentation and maintains operational standards; makes adjustments to plant equipment including packing on valves, gauge glasses and pumps; enters required and pertinent data on logs; calculates plant fuel consumption; keeps records, and files plant operating records and charts; closely monitors burners, furnaces, and settings; cleans and adjusts burners; keeps control room and assigned areas clean and orderly; assists in maintenance work when operating assignments are not required; assists in training new Power Plant Operators and Utility Workers; drives on City business.

Employment Standards:

Knowledge of construction details and operating characteristics of steam turbo electric plants; principles of combustion and water treatment; the boiler safety orders of the State of California; occupational hazards and safety precautions and compliance with safe operating practices.

Ability to operate high pressure boilers; make accurate observations and recordings; accurately evaluate emergency conditions and to take immediate corrective action; work on a rotating shift or relief shift; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and fellow employees.

Education/Training:

Graduation from high school or equivalent; two years experience associated with highpressure boilers (a minimum of 400 psi and a minimum of 100,000 pounds steam per hour in steam electric,mechanical drive or marine propulsion service) and steam plant auxiliaries; or completion of a Power PlantOperator Trainee program.

Special Conditions & Requirements:

Employees in this classification, who are required by applicable lawsand regulations to have respiratory protection, shall comply with the American National Standards Institute’srequirements on Practices for Respiratory Protection.

License & Certificates:

A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.

None.