Power Plant Operator (O&M Tech) - Cottage Grove, MN

IHI Power Services Corp.; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Power Plant Operator, where you will play a crucial role in the safe and efficient operation of a power plant. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team of experts, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. You will be responsible for monitoring systems, conducting water chemistry analyses, and collaborating with maintenance personnel. If you have a passion for power generation and a commitment to safety, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K Plan

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Understanding procedures specific to power plant operations.
• Experience in water chemistry control and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in start-up and shut-down of power plant systems.
• Perform routine water chemistry analysis and maintain logs.

Skills

Water Chemistry Control

Power Plant Operations

Safety Practices

Basic Math Skills

Verbal Communication

Education

High School Diploma

2 Years Experience in Power Plant Operations

Tools

Power and Precision Tools

Continuous Emissions Monitoring Equipment

Job description

Power Plant Operator (O&M Tech) - Cottage Grove, MN

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Joining IHI Power Services Corporation (IPSC) means you’ll be joining a team in which employees are recognized as the backbone of the company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a 401K and provides a range of benefit options covering your wellness needs.

At IHI, Diversity, Respect, and Inclusion are not simply initiatives, they are a commitment from the entire organization, treating everyone with respect, valuing people’s differences, and empowering everyone to have a voice.

IPSC provides operations, maintenance, management, and power support services to the US Power Generation Industry across the United States. Our team is comprised of experts from diverse backgrounds of technical fields, including power operations, engineering, asset management, as well as finance, human resources, administration, safety and environmental. With this diverse background coupled with extensive years of employee experience, IPS C provides exceptional operations, maintenance, management, and development expertise to a variety of power assets.

Job Description

IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) has a career opportunity for a Power Plant Operator II (O&M Technician Operator) at our Cottage Grove, MN location. The Plant Operator assists in the safe and efficient operation of the power plant and the supporting equipment and systems. The Power Plant Operator carries out all routine water/gas chemistry analysis, inspects and monitors operating components and reports plant status.

The Power Plant Operator reports to the O&M Manager and periodically receives work direction from the CRO. The hourly rate range for this position is $37.12 - $45.34.

Job Summary

The Power Plant Operator operates from established and well-known procedures under minimum supervision performing duties independently with only general direction given. The O&M Technician encounters recurring work situations of moderate complexity, with occasional variations from the norm. Decisions are made within prescribed operating and casualty procedures and guidelines.

The Plant Operator must perform work in a safe manner resulting in no accidents, in compliance with all environmental permits always. The O&M Technician must effectively communicate information to supervision and fellow plant personnel, relative to the condition of the plant equipment and performance and provide suggestions for plant improvements and must perform duties in such a way to result in an optimum cost-benefit ratio.

All employees are responsible to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time and to ensure the customer’s needs are met.

Job Functions

• Assist in start-up, shut-down and normal operations of power plant systems.
• Operate major auxiliary apparatus such as: air compressors; circulating water systems; boiler feedwater treatment system; wastewater systems; generator cooling system; boiler feedwater and condensate system; and locally controlled electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform operating tests and inspections and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment assigned to achieve proper operating conditions.
• Execute orders from the Control Room Operator at isolated panels for clearing equipment or making it ready for service in accordance with operating instructions and procedures; clear, tag, test, and safety tape these operations.
• Perform routine water chemistry analysis and operate continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment.
• Maintain logs as assigned.
• Report any abnormal or irregular conditions that develop during the progress of the work and take corrective measures within the scope of operating instructions.
• Assist maintenance personnel during maintenance periods.
• Complete other tasks as required by the Control Room Operator or the Operations Manager.
  
  
  

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Power Plant Operations desirable.
• Experience in water chemistry control, analysis of water conditions, water treatment facility operations and chemical handling requirements is required.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of combustion/steam turbine operations, closed system steam generation, industrial safety, hazardous waste management and inspection/recording of plant parameters is highly desirable.
• Experience with piping and instrument schematics and process controls desirable. Extensive working knowledge of power plant industry desirable.
• Must obtain a Minnesota Boiler Operator License. Must successfully complete a plant operator’s knowledge examination.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Must possess basic math skills, good verbal communications skills, and be proficient with the use of power and precision tools.
• Must be cooperative with those he/she contacts in this work and have the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must know the hazards involved and the safety precautions to be practiced in the operation and maintenance of power plant equipment and machinery.
• Work within and insure strict adherence to all safety practices and procedures.
• Must be able to respond to audio alarms and variations of sound.
• Basic data entry/computer skills.
• Work as a team - Must be able to pool our knowledge and energy to work in tandem to completely understand and productively respond to all of the business challenges.
  
  
  

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection and other equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties. Work with hazardous materials may be required.
• Requires working 12 hours shifts with weekend and holiday work as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions; "On call" status will periodically be required.
• Includes working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
  
  
  

Safety Conditions

Safety is a core value and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be always mentally alert and work safely. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of every employee’s performance.

Physical Abilities - that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to work on feet for extensive periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting 50 pounds.
• All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a postoffer
  
  
  

physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

• Must be able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces and in extreme heat and cold conditions.
• Must be able to wear a full and half faced respirator
  
  
  

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

IHI Power Services, Corp., (IPSC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, age, sex, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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