Power Plant Station Operator: Control & Synchronization

Public Service Co. of OK; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Oklahoma operates a steam-electric generating unit with boiler, turbine and auxiliary equipment. The role requires maintaining proper water levels, pressures, and temperatures, coordinating fuel and ash handling, and ensuring efficient plant output through precise control of pumps, fans, and purification systems.

Position involves posted grade levels with advancement opportunities, rotating shifts, and strict safety protocols; experience with plant instrumentation and

Qualifications

• Two year Associate degree in power plant technology, industrial technology, energy technology or equivalent.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs multiple times daily.
• Ability to read and interpret instrument readings and prints; coordinate with plant systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, regulate and adjust water levels, pressures, temperatures, and steam output.
• Control and synchronize turbines, condensers, generators and transformers.
• Perform start/stop operations and safety interlocks per procedures.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports using applicable software.

Skills

Equipment operation

Boiler/turbine knowledge

Instrumentation readings

Leadership

Education

Associate degree

Job description

American Electric Power in Oklahoma operates a steam-electric generating unit with boiler, turbine and auxiliary equipment. The role requires maintaining proper water levels, pressures, and temperatures, coordinating fuel and ash handling, and ensuring efficient plant output through precise control of pumps, fans, and purification systems.

Position involves posted grade levels with advancement opportunities, rotating shifts, and strict safety protocols; experience with plant instrumentation and