Power Plant Operator

Nex-Tech Classifieds; Russell (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

KPERS retirement

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Optional benefits

Job summary

The City of Russell is seeking a reliable, full-time Power Plant Operator to manage our electrical generation facilities and help ensure reliable power for the community.

This rotating shift role includes nights, weekends and holidays, with training available and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement, vacation, and other programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Start, operate, and shut down dual-fuel internal combustion engines ranging from 3,600 HP to 10,000 HP.
• Monitor and adjust generator outputs to stay within required limits and manage connections with external electric utility systems.
• Record plant logs with accurate details on equipment temperatures, pressures, and outputs.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on pumps, valves, air compressors, and cooling towers.
• Assist mechanics with complex repairs and collaborate with other city departments on special projects.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized building, tools, and equipment.
• Master a rotating shift schedule that includes weekends to ensure 24/7 power.
• Grasp and feel objects, tools, or controls as part of the role.

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Valid Kansas Driver’s License

Job description

The City of Russell is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented full-time Power Plant Operator to join our team, manage our electrical generation facilities, and ensure our community never goes dark.

We Are One Russell. Situated at the crossroads of I-70 and US Highway 281, we are a community dedicated to family, friends, and neighbors, building a self-reliant future.

Why Join Us?

• No Experience Required: We prioritize a positive attitude and willingness to learn. We are happy to train the right person!
• Progressive Benefits:The City of Russell offers a comprehensive package, including:

Family Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

KPERS Retirement Program

Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Various optional benefit programs

This is a full-time position with a rotation shift, involving nights, weekends and holidays. Reporting directly to the Electric Production Superintendent, you will be the heartbeat of the City’s power grid, balancing complex machinery with real-time grid demands.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Start, operate, and shut down massive dual-fuel internal combustion engines ranging from 3,600 HP to 10,000 HP.
• Monitor and adjust generator outputs to stay within required limits and manage connections with external electric utility systems.
• Keep a close eye on equipment temperatures, pressures, and outputs, accurately recording details on plant logs.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on centrifugal/piston pumps, motor-operated valves, air compressors, and cooling towers.
• Assist mechanics with complex repairs and collaborate with other city departments on special projects.
• Take pride in keeping the building, tools, and facility equipment clean, safe, and organized.
• Master a rotating shift schedule that includes weekends to ensure 24/7 community power.
• This position requires the ability to grasp and feel objects, tools, or controls.

Physical Demands:

This is a highly active, hands-on role where you will be on the move all day and required to:

Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout your shift. Ability to work confidently around moving mechanical parts, in high or precarious places, and in varied environments (wet, humid, or dusty conditions), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to high levels of noise, heat, and vibration. Hearing protection is required during working hours. The employee must occasionally lift and move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Strong ability to talk, hear, and collaborate effectively with a close-knit team.

Education and Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. Valid Kansas Driver’s License

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