Power Plant Operator: Control Turbines, Boilers & Power

Alcoa of Australia Ltd; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcoa Warrick in Newburgh, Indiana is hiring a Power Plant Operator to manage and operate a range of equipment that generates electricity and steam for the smelting process. The role requires physical stamina and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with several years of industrial experience and be able to perform demanding work in a dynamic plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years full-time industrial or power industry experience.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and shift work including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate compressors, pumps, boilers, turbines, and switchyard equipment to produce electricity, potable water, smelting steam, and high temperature water for the smelting plant.
• Maintain and monitor fuel systems and auxiliary equipment to ensure continuous power supply to the smelter.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on plant equipment to support safe and reliable operation.

Skills

Power plant operation

Shift work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alcoa Warrick in Newburgh, Indiana is hiring a Power Plant Operator to manage and operate a range of equipment that generates electricity and steam for the smelting process. The role requires physical stamina and willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with several years of industrial experience and be able to perform demanding work in a dynamic plant environment.