Power Plant Operator: 24/7 Ops & Maintenance

North Slope Borough; Nuiqsut (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough seeks a Power Plant Operator to operate and maintain stationary engines and generator sets providing critical power, water, and sewer services to village residents.

The role involves monitoring gauges, adjusting water temperatures and pressures, keeping daily performance logs, and responding to alarms while following safety rules. On-call work may be required and training for certifications will be pursued during probation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or combination of 12 years education and related work experience.
• Two years of power plant work experience.
• Ability to obtain site-specific trainings (RCRA, HAZWOPER, Small Quantity Handler, SPCC) within probation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain stationary engines, generator sets, and related equipment.
• Monitor gauges and adjust water temperatures and pressures as needed.
• Maintain a daily log of equipment performance, power output, and outages.
• Respond to power plant alarms and failures; report problems to supervisor.
• Inspect and clean equipment; assist with inventory and supplies.
• Attend required safety meetings and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Power plant operations

Safety compliance

Equipment monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

12 years education/related experience

Job description

North Slope Borough seeks a Power Plant Operator to operate and maintain stationary engines and generator sets providing critical power, water, and sewer services to village residents.

The role involves monitoring gauges, adjusting water temperatures and pressures, keeping daily performance logs, and responding to alarms while following safety rules. On-call work may be required and training for certifications will be pursued during probation.