Power Plant Operator

Indeck; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Power Plant Operator to join their team in Tonawanda. This role involves working with high-pressure steam, gas, and steam turbines, ensuring safe and efficient operations of power production equipment. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical, welding, and electrical skills, and be ready to tackle challenges in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to reliability and sustainability, this position offers the chance to contribute to vital power generation projects while enjoying a supportive workplace culture. If you are looking to make a difference in energy services, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Vacation/Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life)

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma and power plant experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and control power production equipment for safe operation.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on all equipment as needed.
• Maintain logs and records of operations and maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Welding

Electrical Ability

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Safety Equipment

Tools for Heavy Lifting

Job description

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• Indeck-Yerkes Facility
• Tonawanda, NY, 14150
  
  

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• Must be able to work in the United States without employer support or sponsorship.
  
  

Job Description

Indeck Energy Services is looking for an individual with combined cycle power plant experience to fill an immediate position. This position entails work with boilers, high-pressure steam, gas and steam turbines. Strong mechanical, welding and/or electrical ability a plus. We're dedicated to providing communities with reliable power using environmentally sound approaches. Since 1985, Indeck Energy has developed, financed, managed the construction, owned and operated numerous power generation facilities across the United States and abroad. We continue to own and operate a large majority of these plants. We have a proven track record when it comes to creating and sustaining new power generation projects, and over the years we've enjoyed long-term partnerships with several Fortune 100 companies and some of the largest financial institutions in the world. Come join our team!

Requirements

• High School Diploma (minimum requirement).
• Valid Drivers License.
• Power plant experience is a plus.
• Must be able to work in the United States without employer support or sponsorship.
• The use of respirators and other safety equipment is required.
  
  

Duties

• Inspect, adjust and control all power production auxiliary and facility equipment to assure safe, legal, continuous, and efficient operation. Knowledge of gas and steam turbines is required.
• Communicate effectively and accurately using both oral and written methods of communication.
• Make repairs, where qualified and assist others in making repairs to all equipment.
• Perform assigned tasks in the analyzing and control of treated water. Take necessary action to maintain the systems within prescribed limits.
• Perform cleaning duties as assigned or required.
• Take actions necessary to prevent any environmental excursions.
• Continually checks all phases of the operation for difficulties or irregularities, troubleshooting as necessary.
• Maintains journals, logs, maintenance and equipment records, and various reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Assignments may include maintenance at other Indeck facilities.
  
  

Physical Environment

• The job involves standing, walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding, working from elevations, heavy lifting, and the use of tools.
• Work with high-pressure and hot steam and water lines, chemicals, and chemical equipment.
• Work in cramped or awkward positions at times. May be required to work outside in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposed to noise and a hot work environment. Work in a confined space when necessary.
• Work is performed on a rotating swing shift. The shift may be changed on occasion.
• Availability for overtime work assignments is required.
• The job requires constant attentiveness and awareness. Extreme pressure may exist in the event of an equipment failure.
  
  

Nature Of Work

• Duration: Full Time, Regular.
• Normal Work Days: Varies.
• Normal Work Shifts: Rotating.
• Overtime work might be required.
• Salary Range: $60k-$70k / depending on experience.
• Education: Applicants should have a High School Diploma/GED.
• Experience: Applicants should have experience of 1 year(s).
• License: Applicants should have the following driver's license: Class D/Regular.
• Benefits Leave: Paid holidays, Sick, Vacation/paid time off.
• Retirement: 401K.
• Insurance: Health (Medical, Dental, Life) offered.
• Miscellaneous: Tuition assistance.
  
  

About Indeck Operations, Inc.: Combined cycle power plant.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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